We offer our condolences to my sister-in-law Mickey following the loss of her brother Jim. The funeral was held in Eau Claire, and it was very beautiful. Thanks to Eva and Paul for offering their gifts of music to the family. Although we had to return home after the lunch, it was nice to get together with everyone and remember Jim. Now we have to switch gears and get ready for Fondy's prom, (I will be hosting a breakfast at 4 AM following post prom)and then off to Kaukauna tomorrow to attend a co-worker's baby shower. Today I'll be pretty much consumed with cleaning and cooking, but the weather is so dreary, I won't miss being outdoors. A few of you asked about Jim. I will post his obituary.
James Roy Judkins died peacefully at home on May 9, 2011 surrounded by his family after a long battle with cancer.
He was born December 18,1947 in Eau Claire to Ira and Mildred (Tritica) Judkins. He graduated from Memorial High School in 1966 and served honorably in the U.S. Army from 1967 to 1969. James was an entrepreneur who developed River City Refuse and later sold the company to BFI. He was subsequently regional manager for BFI and later for Veolia. He retired in 2000.
He is survived by his son Damien (Lisa Fischer); his soul mate Debbie Kilness-Ryser; sister Mickey Judkins (Jeff Rochon); Linda Olson, mother of Damien; and cousins JoAnn (Brian) Garritt, Jerry (Kim) Fasso, Lee Fasso and Debbie Judkins. He is furthered survived by other relatives and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his aunt and uncle Helen and Doug Edwards, and by his beloved uncle Daniel ‘Tom’ Judkins who died just last week, and other relatives.
James was an avid motocross racer in his youth and a great storyteller throughout his life. He was devoted to his son and believed he was life’s greatest gift. He loved spending time at his lake home, fishing from the dock with Damien and Debbie, boating and gardening. He will be missed.
Memorials may be made to St. Joseph’s Home Hospice, 2661 County I, Chippewa Falls, WI. 54729.
A memorial service will be held on Friday May 13th at 11 a.m. at Fuller-Speckien-Hulke Funeral Home, 3209 Rudolph Road, Eau Claire, with Monsignor Edmund Klimek officiating. Full military rites will be performed by American Legion Post 53 of Eau Claire.
The family would like to thank Dr. Saleh Obaid, St. Joseph’s Home Hospice nurses and Drew Ryberg.
Online condolences may be made at www.fullerspeckienhulke.com .
Fuller-Speckien-Hulke Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
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