Yorkville – James Paul Kudulis, 59, received the promise of eternal life on Saturday, April 12, 2014, surrounded by the love of his family.  He was born in Milwaukee on January 30, 1955, son of James and Janette (nee: Krebs) Kudulis.

Jim was united in marriage to the love of his life, Wendy (nee: Biadasz) Kudulis, on October 20, 1973.

Jim was an HR manager for Unico Incorporated in Franksville for 35 years.  He was an avid outdoorsman.  Jim enjoyed trap shooting, pheasant hunting, and fishing.  Above all, he was a family man and treasured the time that he spent with his family.  Jim will be dearly missed.

Jim leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of over 40 years, Wendy Kudulis of Yorkville; son, Ryan (Kayli) Kudulis of Union Grove; daughter, Jaime (Ryan) Schroeder of Raymond; granddaughter, Brittany Kudulis of Union Grove; grandsons, Christian Schroeder and Chase Schroeder of Raymond.

Jim is preceded in death by his father, James Kudulis; sister, Julie Nichols; and niece, Nikki Trobaugh.

A memorial celebration of Jim's life will be held on Saturday, April 19, 2014, 2:00pm, at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory, 4600 County Line Road.  Visitation will be from 12:00pm until the time of the service.

A special "Thank You" to the many doctors and staff at Froedtert Hospital that took care of Jim for the past 6 years.  Also, "Thank You" to the Vitas Hospice Staff for their compassionate care given to Jim during his time of need.