James William Lodholz,

FITCHBURG-James William Lodholz, age 64, of Fitchburg, comfortably passed away Monday, Oct. 12, 2015, at Agrace HospiceCare. He died of Frontotemporal Dementia and ALS. Jim was born in Wausau, Wis., on July 19, 1951, to parents Marvin and Elaine Lodholz. He graduated from Wausau High School and University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point with a Bachelor's degree in economics and accounting. After serving in the National Guard and moving to Madison, Jim worked as a manager with the State of Wisconsin, for over 30 years. He married his best friend, Laurie Driscoll, on a ski hill at Tyrol Basin on July 14, 2001. After retiring from the State of Wisconsin, Jim joined Laurie as Business Manager at Laurie Driscoll Interiors. Jim was generous to all, fun loving and a devoted friend to many. He was an avid golfer, softball player and curler, enjoying friendships with all his teammates, especially his Brotherhood of Bombers. But mostly, Jim was a devoted, hands-on Dad and his greatest joy was spending time with his family, sharing his love of sports and watching his daughters compete. Jim will be deeply missed and always remembered by his family and many, many friends. He was the devoted husband of care partner, Laurie Lodholz; and the loving father of three beautiful daughters, Anna Lodholz (at home), Stephanie Lodholz-McKenna (Madison), Maggie Richardson (Fort Atkinson); and his boxers, Elly May and Sadie. They became very dedicated, loving, daily attendants and caregivers to Jim. Jim is further survived by his father, Marvin (Maggie) of Wausau; father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Carole Driscoll; and their children and families, John and Collin Driscoll, Kathy (Jim) Raab, Dan Driscoll, Reggie (Joe Parsons) Driscoll, Shari (Michael) Heuer and their families. He was preceded in death by his mother, Elaine (Brandt) Lodholz; and brother-in-law, Jack Driscoll. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at ST. MARIA GORETTI PARISH, 5313 Flad Ave., Madison, at 11 a.m., on Wednesday, Oct. 14, 2015, with the Rev. Michael Burke officiating. Visitation will be held at the parish from 9 a.m. until the time of the service on Wednesday. A luncheon will follow. Laurie and the girls would like to thank all of our friends who have helped with meals, transportation, and additional caregiving to Jim. That made our journey that much easier and we are very grateful! Laurie and her family wish to thank the many caregivers of Agrace HospiceCare for their support and dedication to Jim over the past few months.