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Dr. James Bechler "Jim" Sendelbach

Dr.  James Bechler "Jim" Sendelbach obituary, Conyers, GA

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James Sendelbach Obituary

Dr. James "Jim" Bechler Sendelbach, Ed.D., LPC 85, of Conyers, Georgia, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 2, 2025. He was born in Baltimore, Maryland, to the late Anthony and Estella (Heusler) Bechler. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Anthony, Raymond (June), and Michael Bechler; his brother-in-law, Richard Sendelbach, Jr.; and his nieces, Carol Anne Graham and Krissy Bechler. Jim was a loving and devoted family man who will be deeply missed. His memory will forever be cherished by his wife of 41 years, Susan Sendelbach of Conyers; sister, Mary Moxley of Social Circle; brother-in-law, Andy (Kay) Sendelbach of Rabun Gap; sisters-in-law, Josephine Bechler of Manchester, MD, Gretchen (Rodney) Goldman of Sautee-Nacoochee; nieces, Katie Stevens, Lisa (Heath) Hardin, Aimee Morris, Jennifer (Michael) Rodes, Traci Ryan; nephews, Andy Moxley, Tony (Patty) Bechler, Jerry (Annabel) Bechler, Michael (Elizabeth) Bechler, John (Theresa) Bechler, Michael (Daniela) Bechler, David Bechler, Ray (Debbie) Bechler, Mark (Sharron) Bechler, Jeff (Karin) Bechler, Scott (Ashley) Bechler, George (Angelle) Sendelbach, Jonathan Morris; numerous great nieces and nephews; his 4 fur babies, Moonlight, Catherine, Jennifer and Romeo. His memory will be cherished by his family and friends forever.

A Funeral Memorial Mass and reception for Jim will be at noon on March 31, 2025, at St. Pius Catholic Church in Conyers. In celebration of spring and new life on earth and in heaven, please feel free to wear bright or spring colors. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: The Monastery of the Holy Spirit, Conyers, GA; Kat Pawz Sanctuary Oxford, GA; AWARE (Atlanta Wildlife Center), Stonecrest, GA; RER (Rockdale Emergency Relief), Conyers, GA; Any other charity of your choice.



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Published by Rockdale Citizen from Mar. 26 to Mar. 27, 2025.

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Anne Menese

July 13, 2025

Jim was a dear friend for 30 years, along with his beloved wife, Susan. I miss him every day. He was kind, compassionate, loving, and full of corny jokes!! Jim adored his cats and that says a lot about a man who was so educated and knowledgeable about so many things, that he would devote so much time and love to his beloved fur babies. Jim's public Faith Community and his private Faith Community miss him terribly. Every time I see a Butterfly I think of him. It was my privilege to know Jim and call him my dear friend.

Charles & Tammy Dalbec

May 4, 2025

Dr Jim was a Great Man/Musician/Catholic Faith Leader who we talked to at every Mass. May Jim Rest in the Peace of the Lord Jesus.

JP Menese

March 28, 2025

This is a shock and heartbreaking. Jim was a lovely man, a good friend to my mother who recently passed and I am so thankful he was able to honor her at her service. Jim was a guy that always made me feel good after I spent time with him. He always had this grin on him like he knew something you didn't quite know- but we're going to find out soon. I am thankful and honored to have had him in my life. I always got a kick of watching him and my mother interact along with Susan. All my love to Susan his beloved wife, and the rest of his family and friends. He's up there with mom and all the other great folks that have left us. They're still around- just look for the signs. Your friend always~
JP

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