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James Pliska Obituary
James (Jim) Pliska, 70, former resident of Stevens Point, Wis., peacefully passed away at his home, surrounded by family, in Spring Hill, Fla., on Sept. 22, 2012. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather and will be dearly missed by so many. Jim was born Sept. 14, 1942, in Custer, Wis. He graduated from P.J. Jacob HS in 1960. He then served in the U.S. Army until 1963. Upon return, he completed a union apprenticeship and worked as a pipe fitter and welding instructor. Jim resided in the Stevens Point area, until moving to Florida in 1983. He worked for Covanta Energy for 19 years as a Boiler Repair Quality Control Manager before retiring in 2010. Jim enjoyed gardening, fishing and sports. He was an avid Packers and TB Rays fan. Recently, he enjoyed attending his three youngest granddaughters' softball games. Most importantly, he cherished spending time with his family.
Jim is survived by his loving wife, Rochelle; daughter, Karla; son, Kevin (Tracy); and six grandchildren, Bradley (Sherie), Jeannette, Amber, Isabel, Ellie, Olivia, and one great-grandson, Aiden. He is also survived by his sister, Marie (Emil) Kuzynski; as well as many caring nephews, nieces and sisters/brothers-in-laws. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Clara; sister, Lorraine; and brother, Robert.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to HPH Hospice Hernando or American Heart Assoc. A celebration of his life will be held Friday, Sept. 28, at 10:30 a.m. at Brewer & Sons, 280 Mariner Boulevard, Spring Hill, FL. 352-688-4991
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Memories and Condolences
for James Pliska
October 13, 2012
Hi Rochelle
So sad to hear that Jim passed away.
I have so many memories with you two in
our high school days and at the reunions, specially when Annie and I
ended an evening in your hotel room !!
I send my love and sincere sympathy.
Your loss is also ours. He was such a great guy. My thoughts are with you.
Love, Carol Dumke (Smitty)
Donna & Fred Wolden
September 29, 2012
Roxie & Family,
We are very sorry to hear of our classmate and good friend Jim's passing. He contributed in so many ways to each person he touched in life; a great human being. Our prayers are with you during this very difficult time in the families. (Number 34 has been retired)
Blake Johnston
September 28, 2012
Rochelle,
My deepest sympathy on you loss.
September 28, 2012
Rochelle,Karla and Kevin
Our deepest sympathy Jim will be missed by all. He was a great person and a wonderful classmate to all.
Wayne & Renetta
September 28, 2012
Dear Roxie,Kevin, Karla and Family
We were sad to here of Jim's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
With sincere sympathy,
Ephraim /ET and Cheryl Taylor
Schiedam Netherlands
Tom Summers
September 27, 2012
It was Great to see a Packer Fan down here in Florida.You will be missed greatly.
Ben Pezewski
September 27, 2012
I will always remember Jim watching him play baseball for the Custer Braves and softball for Joes Bar and
Romies. He was a first class athelic
and person
Cal and Betty Galloway
September 26, 2012
so sorry for your loss..Cal was very sad to here the news of Jim's passing and spoke of what a great guy Jim was, he has great memories of Jim..Cal wants to send his thoughts and prayers to each of you...Jim's life will live on in his grandkids and his children..God bless you all in this time of need...
September 26, 2012
So sorry to hear of Jim passing, our condolences to his family. Jim and JoanOtterlee
Bob Dombrowski
September 26, 2012
Dear Roxy,
I offer my sincere condolence to you and your family on the passing of Jim. He will be missed
Bob Dombrowski
Helen (Vaughn) Bintz
September 26, 2012
Dear Rochelle,
I was so sorry to learn of Jim's passing. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy and know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
With sincere sympathy,
Helen (Vaughn) Bintz
LuAnn Stroik
September 26, 2012
My heart is deeply saddened and tears fall like leaves in this time of sorrow. I was fortunate to have spent many years babysitting for your wonderful family. As time helps you to heal, please remember all the great memories we have to treasure and how often you are thought of.
With sympathy,
LuAnn Stroik
September 26, 2012
Dear Roxy & Family
I was so very sorry to learn of Jim's passing. I have many fond memories of Jim and the parties we shared. On behalf of the entire class of 1960, we extend our sympathies. He will be deeply missed by all.
Love,
Sandy Konkol
Ronald Disher
September 26, 2012
Rochelle,
Let me extend my sampathy for your loss. I knew Jim to to be a good person, always admired him.
September 26, 2012
Roxie, Karla, Kevin and Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Many great memories of Jim are with us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joyce and Sam Molski
Tom Razner
September 26, 2012
I"am so sorry to hear about my good friend Jim Pliska. Jim and I were good friends for many years, being on our high school basketball team together,going camping together with our familys. What a super person. Knowing what its like to loose someone special in our lives, my sincere sympathy to Rochelle, Carla and Kevin and family. My prayers are with you.
He will be missed. My prayers are with you. Sincerely,Tom Razner
Larry & Darlene Scipior
September 26, 2012
Roxie and Family, we are so sorry to hear about Jim's passing..We sure had some fun times with you folks throughout the years, softball games, cruises, upnorth vacations at St Germain. We will always remember that smile...
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family, We will keep you all in our prayers..God Bless
Sandee Razner
September 25, 2012
Rochelle, Karla, Kevin & family: my deepest condolences for your loss. Hugs to you all...
Roxanne Soroko
September 25, 2012
Aunt Rochelle,Karla & Kevin & family.
My deepest Condolences, Uncle Jim will always be in my heart.
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