James
James Ziemer
James H. ‘Jim’ Ziemer of Plainwell, Michigan, passed away Monday, January 30, 2012 in Kalamazoo. Mr. Ziemer was born June 24, 1948 in Gladwin, MI to Harold and Bernice (Reimer) Ziemer.
For over 20 years he was employed with Perrigo Co. in machine maintenance and earlier in his life had been employed as a builder. In his leisure time he enjoyed deer hunting, watching the Tigers, Lions and NASCAR, cooking, golfing and animals, especially dogs. Jim was a Michigan State fan, had raced cars at the Kalamazoo Speedway and enjoyed riding dune buggies.
On May 6, 1978 in Otsego he married Colleen Kelsey, who survives. Also surviving are his mother, Bernice Ziemer of Lake, MI; siblings, Lester Ziemer of Lake, MI, Dianna (Bruce) Phillips of AZ, Connie (Mike) Keehn of Clare, MI, Greg (Barb) Ziemer of TX, and Tim (Kris) Ziemer of Eaton Rapids, MI; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Friends may visit with his family from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. Friday at the
Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego
, where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, Pastor Joe Shaler officiating. Burial will follow at Mountain Home Cemetery, Otsego.
Contributions in memory of Jim may be made to
Kalamazoo Animal Rescue
, the
Otsego United Methodist Church
or to the family.
Messages of condolence may be left at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
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Christine Lukowski (Cousin)
January 31, 2012 at 7:53 pm
I am sending my deepest condolences to you Colleen and your family for the loss of your husband, Jim. I know we have never met, but I am Jim’s first Cousin and have lost touch with a lot of my cousins. Jim’s Dad was my Mom’s Brother, (Edna Ziemer Zillman). Jim was a fine man and know he will be missed dearly.
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Waneta Jost (Aunt)
February 1, 2012 at 12:04 am
Our family is saddened by James passing. We will keep you in our
prayers. Love Waneta Jost and cousin Betty
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Barbara Ziemer Sister-in-law
February 1, 2012 at 1:38 pm
My dearest Jim,
I have always felt that you were my big brother instead of a brother-in-law. Our family has suffered a very deep loss and you will truly be missed.
I am so blessed to be apart of your family. You have been a very wonderful brother and uncle to my children.
Thank you for all of the good times, the laughter, and jokes. I will always remember your smile and twinkling eyes.
With much love and deep sorrow,
Barbara “Barbie”
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Kevin and Denise King Blaec & Isiah Arevalo
February 1, 2012 at 2:31 pm
Colleen,
We are very sorry to hear about Jim, although very good to know that he will no longer suffer. Easy for him, hard for us left behind. We will see you Friday night. and also Sat. Hang in there. Thinking about you. Love Your Cousins.
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SANDY HOLLAND
February 1, 2012 at 5:12 pm
DEAR COLLEEN
MY HEART IS BREAKING FOR YOU, SO VERY SAD TO READ OF JIM’S PASSING. PLEASE KNOW HOW I WILL BE IN PRAYER FOR YOU, AND DO UNDERSTAND THE PAIN YOU’RE FEELING. I REMEMBER YOU’RE WEDDING DAY, HOW HAPPY YOU WERE, CARRY THE MEMORIES YOU BOTH MADE IN YOUR HEART, THEY WILL BE SO PRECIOUS. GOD BLESS YOU, I LOVE YOU.
COUSIN SANDY
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Marilyn (Walters) Wysocki
February 1, 2012 at 8:22 pm
Colleen, my deepest sympathies in the loss of your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Judy Galloway
February 3, 2012 at 5:09 pm
Colleen, so very sorry to hear about Jim. My heart goes out to you during this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Tim Walters
February 5, 2012 at 1:58 pm
Colleen, Sorry for the loss of your husband.
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Greg Ziemer
February 8, 2012 at 9:18 pm
Jim,
52 years and not a cross word between us. You were the best big brother that I could ever ask for. You taught me so much over the years. Most of all what it was to be a man and how to love your family.
You will be missed big brother.
Love,
Your little brother
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Julie Branch Taylor
February 12, 2012 at 9:23 am
So sorry for your loss. My prayer’s and thoughts are with you.
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For over 20 years he was employed with Perrigo Co. in machine maintenance and earlier in his life had been employed as a builder. In his leisure time he enjoyed deer hunting, watching the Tigers, Lions and NASCAR, cooking, golfing and animals, especially dogs. Jim was a Michigan State fan, had raced cars at the Kalamazoo Speedway and enjoyed riding dune buggies.
On May 6, 1978 in Otsego he married Colleen Kelsey, who survives. Also surviving are his mother, Bernice Ziemer of Lake, MI; siblings, Lester Ziemer of Lake, MI, Dianna (Bruce) Phillips of AZ, Connie (Mike) Keehn of Clare, MI, Greg (Barb) Ziemer of TX, and Tim (Kris) Ziemer of Eaton Rapids, MI; several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his father.
Friends may visit with his family from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 P.M. Friday at the
Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego
, where funeral services will be held at 11:00 A.M. Saturday, Pastor Joe Shaler officiating. Burial will follow at Mountain Home Cemetery, Otsego.
Contributions in memory of Jim may be made to
Kalamazoo Animal Rescue
, the
Otsego United Methodist Church
or to the family.
Messages of condolence may be left at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
Offer Condolence for the family of James Ziemer
Condolence Messages
Christine Lukowski (Cousin)
January 31, 2012 at 7:53 pm
I am sending my deepest condolences to you Colleen and your family for the loss of your husband, Jim. I know we have never met, but I am Jim’s first Cousin and have lost touch with a lot of my cousins. Jim’s Dad was my Mom’s Brother, (Edna Ziemer Zillman). Jim was a fine man and know he will be missed dearly.
Reply
Waneta Jost (Aunt)
February 1, 2012 at 12:04 am
Our family is saddened by James passing. We will keep you in our
prayers. Love Waneta Jost and cousin Betty
Reply
Barbara Ziemer Sister-in-law
February 1, 2012 at 1:38 pm
My dearest Jim,
I have always felt that you were my big brother instead of a brother-in-law. Our family has suffered a very deep loss and you will truly be missed.
I am so blessed to be apart of your family. You have been a very wonderful brother and uncle to my children.
Thank you for all of the good times, the laughter, and jokes. I will always remember your smile and twinkling eyes.
With much love and deep sorrow,
Barbara “Barbie”
Reply
Kevin and Denise King Blaec & Isiah Arevalo
February 1, 2012 at 2:31 pm
Colleen,
We are very sorry to hear about Jim, although very good to know that he will no longer suffer. Easy for him, hard for us left behind. We will see you Friday night. and also Sat. Hang in there. Thinking about you. Love Your Cousins.
Reply
SANDY HOLLAND
February 1, 2012 at 5:12 pm
DEAR COLLEEN
MY HEART IS BREAKING FOR YOU, SO VERY SAD TO READ OF JIM’S PASSING. PLEASE KNOW HOW I WILL BE IN PRAYER FOR YOU, AND DO UNDERSTAND THE PAIN YOU’RE FEELING. I REMEMBER YOU’RE WEDDING DAY, HOW HAPPY YOU WERE, CARRY THE MEMORIES YOU BOTH MADE IN YOUR HEART, THEY WILL BE SO PRECIOUS. GOD BLESS YOU, I LOVE YOU.
COUSIN SANDY
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Marilyn (Walters) Wysocki
February 1, 2012 at 8:22 pm
Colleen, my deepest sympathies in the loss of your husband. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Reply
Judy Galloway
February 3, 2012 at 5:09 pm
Colleen, so very sorry to hear about Jim. My heart goes out to you during this time of loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Reply
Tim Walters
February 5, 2012 at 1:58 pm
Colleen, Sorry for the loss of your husband.
Reply
Greg Ziemer
February 8, 2012 at 9:18 pm
Jim,
52 years and not a cross word between us. You were the best big brother that I could ever ask for. You taught me so much over the years. Most of all what it was to be a man and how to love your family.
You will be missed big brother.
Love,
Your little brother
Reply
Julie Branch Taylor
February 12, 2012 at 9:23 am
So sorry for your loss. My prayer’s and thoughts are with you.
Reply
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