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His funeral service will be held in the funeral home, on Monday, February 5th at 6:00 p.m. Visitation will be held, the same day, from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service. For those wishing, memorials can be directed to St. Luke Episcopal Church, 614 Main Street Racine, WI 53403 or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023 Merrifield, VA 22116.
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For those wishing, memorials can be directed to St. Luke Episcopal Church, 614 Main Street Racine, WI 53403 or the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 7023 Merrifield, VA 22116.
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James W. Gedemer, 73, of Racine, passed away at his residence, on Friday, January 26, 2024. He was born in Racine on October 13, 1950, the son of the late Gilbert and Pauline (nee: Gibson) Gedemer.
After graduating from J. I. Case High School, he furthered his education at MATC and UW-Stout. On June 28, 1986, in St. Luke Episcopal Church, he was united in marriage to Marilyn L. Troestler. Jim had been employed by Sears and later was a pattern maker and machinist for Wisconsin Pattern. He was a diehard Cubs fan. Jim enjoyed playing golf, especially at Meadowbrook County Club. He also played baseball and was an accomplished pianist.
Surviving are his wife Marilyn, their two sons, Spencer (Candace) Gedemer, and Alexander (Sofia Kozidis) Gedemer, all of Racine; grandson, Jaxson James Gedemer; sister, Kathy Buehler, of Riverton, UT; two brothers, Paul (Lorraine) Gedemer, of Noblesville, IN, and Thomas (Cheryl) Gedemer, of Racine; and sisters-in-law, Linda Troestler, and Shari Troestler, both of Racine. His nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends also survive him. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by three brothers-in-law, James Troestler, Mike Troestler, and Wayne Buehler.
Craig Aude says
I have known Jim for many years. An upstanding gentleman, for sure. We had a lot of laughs when we bowled together a few years ago. My condolences to his family. Unfortunately, I will be out of town for Jim’s gathering. My deepest regrets.
Kay Lisco says
So very sorry for your loss Marilyn.
Mike and Kay Lisco
Glendale AZ
Dino Kozidis says
Thank you for being a major part of my childhood. I’m sorry I didn’t get to see you before you left us. Love ya, Dad ❤️😔
Kathy and Jorge contreras says
So sorry for your loss. Too young. Regretfully Jorge and I will be out of town and unavailable to attend the service. You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Cousin Kathy and Jorge
Kathy Bell says
So sorry for your loss Marilyn. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Charlie Rice says
Sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. From an old Case High classmate.
John Langley says
Marilyn, sorry for your loss.
John Langley
David Hanson says
I am devastated to hear of Jim’s passing. He and the other members of the Gedemer family were such an important part of our family’s life growing up in Elmwood and afterward. My mother in particular loved Jim; often commenting on his wry smile and sense of humor. He was a good friend and great person and will be missed. Our family’s condolences to Marilyn and children as well as to Tom and his family.
Anita Yoghourtjian-Jones says
Marilyn, I am so sorry to read about Jim’s passing. You have my deepest and heartfelt sympathy.
Joy & Gary Vaillancourt says
We are extremely saddened for your family’s loss. Our thoughts are with the Gedemer family.❤️
Jay Butler says
To the Gedemer family, you have my deepest sympathy regarding Jim. He was a great guy.
Jay Butler.
Tom Coughlin says
Marilyn,
So very sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Colleen says
Marilyn I am so sorry to hear about Jimmy sending you my love and prayers.
The memories from my childhood will never be forgotten . Spencer and Alex I
also am thinking of you at this time.
God bless
Brian, McKenzie, and Emma Weaver says
Gedemer family,
Our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.