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This memorial website was created in memory of our loved one, Bob James. We will remember him forever.
April 11, 2021
April 11, 2021
I will miss you always Bob

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

New International Version
A Time for Everything

3 There is a time for everything,
  and a season for every activity under the heavens:

2   a time to be born and a time to die,
  a time to plant and a time to uproot,
3   a time to kill and a time to heal,
  a time to tear down and a time to build,
4   a time to weep and a time to laugh,
  a time to mourn and a time to dance,
5   a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them,
  a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing,
6   a time to search and a time to give up,
  a time to keep and a time to throw away,
7   a time to tear and a time to mend,
  a time to be silent and a time to speak,
8   a time to love and a time to hate,
  a time for war and a time for peace.

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April 11, 2021
April 11, 2021
I will miss you always Bob

Ecclesiastes 3:1-8

New International Version
A Time for Everything

3 There is a time for everything,
  and a season for every activity under the heavens:

2   a time to be born and a time to die,
  a time to plant and a time to uproot,
3   a time to kill and a time to heal,
  a time to tear down and a time to build,
4   a time to weep and a time to laugh,
  a time to mourn and a time to dance,
5   a time to scatter stones and a time to gather them,
  a time to embrace and a time to refrain from embracing,
6   a time to search and a time to give up,
  a time to keep and a time to throw away,
7   a time to tear and a time to mend,
  a time to be silent and a time to speak,
8   a time to love and a time to hate,
  a time for war and a time for peace.
His Life

Robert (Bob) James (1933-2021)

April 7, 2021
A funeral will take place Friday, April 16th at Fox River Christian Church in Waukesha. Visitation begins at 5:00pm with a service at 6:00pm.

Bob passed away at the age of 87. He is survived by his wife of 69 years Barbara and his children; Robert (Rosemary), Kathy, and Joe. He will be missed by his grandchildren Mike (Bethany), Dan (Nikki Hill), Landon, Sarah (Josh), his great-grandchildren Nathan, Maddie, Emma, Brandon, Brooklyn, Bailey. He is preceded in death by his sons Tom, Dave and Dan. He will be remembered fondly as Papa and Uncle Blob to extended family and friends.

Bob was a member of the US Marines where he was a transport driver during the Korean Conflict. After serving his country, Bob continued working in the transport field. He was employed at Motor transport in Milwaukee for 25 years, then spent time driving busses across country. He also worked as a dump truck driver for several years.

Bob loved the outdoors. He spent many weekends getting away with his family in Wautoma, Wi.

Bob will be remembered for his generosity, his willingness to help when needed, and his unique sense of humor.



Recent stories
April 12, 2021
Rest in peace Bob. You were a kind and generous man and my family and I will never be able to express our appreciation for everything you did for our mom over the many years. Neighbors like you and your family are a rarity in this world. I'm glad I got to grow up in the our neighborhood and particularly with neighbors like the James family among others.

Please give my mom and dad a kiss when you see them. Thanks for everything. You were one of a kind.

You got that right!

April 8, 2021
Mr. James was an icon in our Lincoln Avenue neighborhood; in particular while my sisters and I grew up across the street from his wonderful family.  He certainly had a special presence about him; which kept me in check as a kid, and which I respected about him in my adult life

As years went by, my Mom eventually struggled to safely manage her Lincoln Ave home. Mr James never hesitated to help her out in times of need.  Then again, I know that for many years, he frequently and graciously came to the aid of several other neighbors as well.  He was a genuinely caring man, and I was always so grateful for his kindness.

In recent years, I’d still drive thru the old neighborhood.  Most times, I didn’t even glance toward my childhood home; but instead, would look to see if Mr. James was sitting outside!  I consider myself very fortunate to have maintained a friendship with him all these years, and will never forget our spirited and funny conversations.

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