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1950

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2016

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James Wendling Obituary

James Wendling, PhD, age 65, of Fair Oaks, CA, peacefully passed away Sunday morning, January 24, 2016, due to complications following surgery. Dr. Wendling is survived by his wife of 15 years, Mary Ann; his stepdaughters, Alicia Hackbarth, her husband Jim, grandsons Justin and Jacob and Kerri Schneider and her fiance' Kyle Johnson, grandsons Trevor and Cody; and his niece, Tina Bangma of Texas. He was preceded in death by his parents, Emil and Margaret Wendling and sister, Terri Wilson. Jim was the founder and CEO of The Wendling Group. A memorial will be held at 11:30am, Friday, January 29, 2016, at the Northridge Country Club, 7600 Madison Ave, Fair Oaks, CA 95628. In lieu of flowers, please send donations to: Lansing Catholic High School, Dr. James M. Wendling Memorial Scholarship, 501 Marshall Street, Lansing, MI 48912. (checks should be payable to Lansing Catholic High School with the memo line Dr. James M. Wendling Memorial); or to Clean and Sober Living, 8934 Madison Ave., Fair Oaks, CA 95628 or to Twin Lakes Food Bank, 327 Montrose Dr., Folsom, CA 95630.

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Published by The Sacramento Bee on Jan. 27, 2016.

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William Tate

February 18, 2016

Jim was a good coach, mentor, and friend to me. I shall miss his wit and wisdom much.
Rest in Peace, Jim.

February 5, 2016

Dear MaryAnn,

My deepest sympathy to and your children. I adored Jim. He was smart and practical and always there for support, guidance or just to listen. Not only will I miss him, but the world lost a great human being full of kindness and positivity. My prayers are with you. Debbi Harris

Liz Donaghy

February 4, 2016

MaryAnn,
I am sorry I am only responding now, but my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Jim was my hero, a mentor that made a huge difference in my life and career. He taught me so many things and was often the person I turned to when I was lost. He always knew what to say that would challenge me to to be my best and most authentic me. I will miss him beyond words.

Marc Andonian

January 31, 2016

I am deeply saddened about Jim Wendling's untimely passing. I have known and worked with Jim for almost 20 years. He has been a good friend and colleague, and always a role model for a positive attitude in support of a successful life. My deepest condolences to Jim's family. May God's Peace be with you all during this difficult time.

January 29, 2016

With my heartfelt condolences to MaryAnn and family. I was deeply saddened to learn of Jim's passing. I first met Jim while I worked at Capital Trust and Jim was on retainer as the firm's outside organizational consultant. He was a gentleman and truly a man for all seasons in whom one could place a great deal of trust. Jim, thank you for all of the wisdom and guidance over the years. You will be missed, RIP. Bob Eaddy

Gary Secor

January 29, 2016

Rest in peace dear friend. Have some fond memories of our high school years and only hope treasured memories of you for your family and many colleagues and friends will be of some comfort to all during this difficult time. See you down the road.
Respectfully,
Gary Secor

Tony Spata

January 29, 2016

To Jim's Family:
Thank you to Jim for his lifelong friendship (Since first grade at Resurrection School in Lansing). We were even in Cub Scouts together, with Mrs. Wendling as Den-Mother. Most recently, Jim spearheaded the organization of our latest class reunion. To my good friend, Godspeed.

Don and Sylvia Torre

January 28, 2016

Sorry we can't make the funeral services, but we will be thinking of you in your










Sorry we won't be able to attend the funeral services but we are thinking of you in your time of sorrow. May the good Lord hold you in his arms and give you comfort. Don & Sylvia Torre

January 27, 2016

MaryAnn, we are shocked and saddened to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts are with you and your family. Santina & Jason Alonzo

January 27, 2016

Its sad when you loose a classmate. My thoughts and prayers for the close friends and family.
Pete Walacavage

January 26, 2016

Our condolences to Jim's wife and family. Offering our prayers for his eternal rest

Josie Dieguez Irizarry

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