James John Cross

James John Cross

June 18, 1965 - October 08, 2024

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LODI- James Cross, age 59, of Lodi, passed away on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.


He was born on June 18, 1965, the son of Alice (Cross) Ketelboeter.


James graduated from Lodi High School, class of 1983.

 

He served in the U.S. Army from 1986 to 1989.


James worked at various union jobs and as a laborer for Dane Manufacturing.


James enjoyed ice fishing and loved riding his Harley.


James is survived by his daughters, Codi (Adam) Peschek and her children and Emily David; fiance, Lise Newman; and her children, Marry, Theresa, Lance and Jakob Newman; stepfather, Dick Ketelboeter; sister, Laurie Ann Cross Robbins; his aunts and uncles, Barbara Pieszak, Gene "Geno" Pieszak, Mary Cross, Terry Cross, David Ketelboeter, Dale Ketelboeter, and Renee Ketelboeter; cousin, Terry Cross; and other relatives and friends.


He was preceded in death by his mother, Alice Ketelboeter and grandparents, Dean Taylor, Virgil and Millie Ketelboeter.


Memorial service will be held at AMERICAN LEGION POST #216, Lodi, on, Saturday, November 2, 2024, from 1pm to 4pm, with prayers and sharing of memories at 3pm, followed by military honors at 3:30pm.


For more information and online condolences please visit www.gundersonfh.com



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Sat Nov 2, 2024 @ 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM CDT
American Legion Post #216 • 167 S. Main St., Lodi, WI 53555
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Richard Crandell
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I served in Panama with James for a couple years, and flew several missions with him. He was always a pleasure to work with, or even hang out with during off duty. We had a lot of fun, and he made my time there much more enjoyable. I have forgot many names of the people we were with over the years, but James has always been a name that has stuck with me, and our time shared. I regret I lost contact when I cycled out because I considered him to be a great friend, and although we lost contact, he still had a presence in my heart.
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Pops Peigler
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Only knew James for a short time while we were stationed down in Panama.. Great guy and Soldier.. Till Valhalla Brother
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Jeff hinsman
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I first met Jimmy several years ago. I knew right away that we'd become instant friends. He was always upbeat and always had a positive attitude for life. We shared stories that we both had while serving in the military. He always was so proud. I'll miss you my friend
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David Kuch
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Share a memory? There were so many. From AIT to Panama. You were always full of energy and ready for adventure. You will live on in our memories forever. Love you brother. Rest easy.
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Carla kreger
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Heyyy "Jimmy"....have alot of memories from high school!! You were a truly good person..I wished you could've and would've believe d that!!!!!.you just got lost in this c razy thing called ...."Life "!! Been wondering how you were doing lately. Crazy how we and time goes by....wondering how people who have made an impact on ones life?!? It TRULY hurts me ...yer gone!!! WE ALL NEED TO COMMUNICATE and talk !!

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