James Joseph Meylor
September 09, 1948 - December 29, 2018
Obituary
OREGON- James Joseph Meylor, age 70, of Oregon passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family on Saturday, Dec. 29, 2018, after a short battle with renal cancer. He was born on Sept. 9, 1948, in Dodgeville, the son of Marvin “Red” and Barb Meylor.
Jim graduated Class of 1966 from Mineral Point High. Following high school, he served in the U.S. Army Reserves and was a meat cutter apprentice for four years. He was employed at Eagle Foods as a meat cutter, owned JR’s Alehouse, and worked for Ross Soil Service. In retirement he enjoyed working part-time at Dorn Hardware. Jim had many interests and talents. He was one of Oregon’s first EMTs, an active member of the Jaycees, and he proudly served as a municipal judge and as a member of the police commission in Oregon. He enjoyed lifelong friendships, 25+ years with his motorcycle cronies, and his time with the Tuesday morning coffee clutch. Jim could be found in his workshop building, fixing and creating. He treasured time with family, was the life of any party, and was always ready with a joke or a story. His love and laughter will be dearly missed. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Mary Jo; mother, Barb; children, Kelley (Joel) McCann, Kari (Michael) Cahn, Tami Halstead, Trent (Amanda) Scanlon, Heather (Rob) Hill, Brenda (Cory Mears) Zander, Joy (Darrin) O’Brien, and Nick (Brittany) Zander; 15 wonderful grandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by his five beloved siblings, Joanne (Larry) Ross, Jerry (Deb) Meylor, Jeannie (Steve) Mishler, Judy (Doug) Pelton and Jeff (Birgitta) Meylor. Jim was preceded in death by his father and second wife, Becky. Jim faithfully attended FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH, 143 Washington Street, Oregon, Wis., where a service will be held at 11 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 3, 2019. A visitation will be held from 9 a.m., until the time of the service at the church, with a luncheon to follow. Mary Jo and family would like to thank the Carbone Cancer Center and the many health caregivers. Also, our gratitude to our family, friends and all the angels that came and provided love and support.
Events
Visitation
Thu Jan 3, 2019 @ 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM CDT
Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church (Oregon) • 143 Washington St., Oregon, WI
Service
Thu Jan 3, 2019 @ 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM CDT
Faith Evangelical Lutheran Church (Oregon) • 143 Washington St., Oregon, WI
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Memories
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Ellie Schmidt
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I am so sorry for your loss.
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Mike Brown
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My Deepest sympathy goes out to Mary and the rest of Jim's family. When ever I saw Jim he always brightened up my day with his great sense of humor. He will be deeply missed by everyone who knew him. Rest in peace Buddy, till we meet again.
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Barb and John Rogers
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It’s hard to believe that smiling face and happy personality has passed on. Jim will be missed by all of us who shared many happy times and lots of laughs with him. We love you, Jim. Barb and John
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Darleen Scott
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Sorry for your loss, we at Dorn Hardware feel it's ours also. Jim was always a up and cheerful worker and always had words of joy to help any one. We will miss him. Bless you Mary and his family and friends.
Just think now he's riding every day and in great weather.
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John Bertelson
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Mary, so sorry for your loss, it was great to have Jim back
in our lives and we will all miss him. John Bertelson
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Brian Uhl
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Those of us at the Oregon Police Department are very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a tremendous asset to the Police Commission and will be dearly missed.