BORN

1928

DIED

2012

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James Hammerschmidt Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 27, 2012.

James E. Hammerschmidt, age 83, of Cable, WI passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2012 at Northern Lights Health Care Center in Washburn, WI.

James Earl Hammerschmidt was born December 26, 1928 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Carl and Geraldine (Malone) Hammerschmidt. He graduated from high school in Grand Rapids and entered the National Guard. After his time in the service James returned to Michigan and on September 5, 1953 he was joined in marriage to Dolores Luzynski. They moved to Travers City, MI for a short time before moving to Richfield, MN where James worked in sales for Maytag. James and Dolores moved to Edina, MN in 1960 and James worked with Minneapolis Merchandise Marketing and served a five state area where he was one of their top sales professionals. Apart of his sales he was also a slush mug distributer, an item that he was very successful with. In 1973 James and Dolores moved to Cable, WI where they operated Big Brook Bait and Laundry Mat. They operated this business for more than 25 years and changed it into a canoe sales and rental business. James was a member of the Cable Area Lions Club and St. Ann Catholic Church where he served as a Eucharistic minister and created a "Spiritual Adoption" program. He organized numerous community events including the Community Thanksgiving Diner in Cable, Grandview Fire House Fifty, and the Cable area Operation Rudolph program. He served on the American Birkebeiner Board of Directors in Hayward.

James is survived by his children, Denise (Brad) Scharf of New Prague, MN, Brett (Gina) Hammerschmidt of Howell, NJ, Renee (Tom) Lindquist of Stillwater, MN, Carla (Bob) of Madison, WI, Curt (Linda) Hammerschmidt of Mound, MN; twelve grandchildren; two great grandchild; three siblings, Yvonne Graydon of Clearwater, FL, Larry Portman of Patiloma, CA, Jean Schulte of Grand Rapids, MI; and several nieces and nephews.

James was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Dolores, son, Tad Hammerschmidt; two sisters, Joan Flannery and Uletine Schutrump.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, July 31, at St. Ann Catholic Church in Cable with Father Philip Juza officiating. A time of gathering with family and friends will be held from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday at the church.

In lieu of flowers memorial may be directed to Regional Hospice.

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November 2, 2012

Jim ohm

I met Jim and Dee while working at Telemark. They were such wonderful folks. I visited Jim last summer at Washburn. We spent a super afternoon relaxing to the great sound of Jim's favorite Big Band CD's with Jean Ollis. Then Jim gave me a special treat and played a CD he had with a song sung by Jean and a band she had been with in the old days. I would love a copy of that CD.
I remember so clearly Jim and Dee's work with the Lions clown group along with my aunt Charlotte Reynolds. Great times. Wonderful memories.

August 2, 2012

jennifer mrnak

Our thoughts and Prayers are with your family at this time, we got to know Jim and Delores very well. Ashland Cancer Center Girlz

August 1, 2012

To Jim's family: from Bob and Katie Rainer Venice, Fl.
We have not had the pleasure of Jim's company since shortly after we three
finished high school at Catholic Central in 1947. (Jim,Tammy and I) From what she has learned, Jim had a great family and a very interesting life. How lovely that he and Tammy were able to spend several of his last days in each others company. AND SO - JIM- from one great life to another, even better-eternal life!Please put in a good word for us and we'll try to catch up with you in Heaven.

July 31, 2012

Mark Shermetaro

Brett,

I am so sorry to hear of your loss and knowing how close your family is expect that these a very tough times. Just wanted you to know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Mark Shermetaro

July 31, 2012

Laurel Shutrump Campbell

My dear cousins, would that I could be there to mourn your loss, our loss, and hold you. And yet, perhaps you are finding much peace in your Dad's passing, knowing he is with your Mom, knowing he is with our Lord. Your Dad and Mom were people of God, and they are now people WITH God -- yes! I felt that very peace when Mom died, knowing she was going to see Dad - it was extraordinary. The peace that they all share, the fun they are having, wow. That is where my mind goes after the grief, and it's a good place. Love to you all.

July 30, 2012

My sympathy to all who loved Jim. The loss we feel will pass in time, but Jim's impact to our life will live on. I spent many years snowmobiling with Jim and Dee, and more hours than I care to remember on the school bus with their kids. What a great family! And now, Jim has joined Dee as another angel. God Bless you all.
Annie Orcutt Miles

July 29, 2012

Bill & Dorie Parker

Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.

July 29, 2012

Yvonne Moore

My Uncle Jim was a wonderful example to our family. He always extended himself to others and had a deep faith in God. "No love can ever cross the path of our destiny without leaving a mark." Uncle Jim, you left your mark on me. I am a better person for knowing you and having you in my life. May God Bless my cousins and their families in the days ahead.

July 27, 2012

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We have had a second home on the NW end of Jackson Lake for the past 17 years and always enjoyed our visits with both Dee and Jim. We send our sympathy to all the family. Ted & Mary Penn

July 27, 2012

Mary Jane Moffett

I want to express my sympathies to the family of Jim Hammerschmidt. I have only known Jim over the last few years through our Spiritual Adoption program at St. Joseph and St. Anns churches. When you get involved with people in the cause of "Protecting Life", you find yourself in the company of the most beautiful people. His heart was so full of love for the most innocent of life, that when I visited him with Holy Communion when he was obviously in much physical distress due to his illness, he just simply beamed with energy. I am so grateful I was able have even this limited relationship with Jim. God will surely bless such a wonderful servant.

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