Mr. James M. Walberer

Mr. James “Jim” M. Walberer, age 76, born February 2, 1937, played his final 18 holes of golf while his family caddied for him Christmas Eve December 24, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Ruth Walberer, brothers Chuck and Tom Walberer, and beloved granddaughter Angela Walberer. He will always be lovingly remembered by his wife of 51 years Julie (his Sport), children: Betsy (Kevin) Syrek their children Andrew, Austin and A.J.; Michael (Joanne) Walberer their children Jason (Karlie), Maria, Krista and Livia; J. Andrew (Jani) Walberer their children Jack, Emily, Reid and Abby; Anne (Gregg Simmons) their children Bella, Sophie and Lillith; brother Dan Walberer, sister Mary Ann (Cliff) Kantz, sisters in law Barb Gale and Suzi Walberer, brothers in law Chet (Kathy) Gorski and Duffy (Pam) Gorski and many nieces and nephews. He served in the U.S. Army from 1955 to 1958. Jim graduated from Davenport College with an Accounting Degree, was comptroller of many companies until he started his own business, BAPI, in 1980, an architectural building products company. He was a great family man, our fearless leader, who taught us well how to stay on course and the value of our “wants and needs”. He loved being home surrounded by his wife, kids and their 15 grandchildren. Jim had a unique personality, great sense of humor and loved golf. He was a lifetime member of Elks Highlands, where he golfed for over 35 years and had three Hole in Ones. He also was a man of faith and member of St. Anthony of Padua over 40 years. Seven years ago, on Christmas Day, He received the ultimate gift of a new heart and we will all treasure the extra time and memories we were blessed to have with him. He will be greatly missed, but his “Jim-isms” will live on. Rest in God’s love, Jim. The Mass of Christian burial will be celebrated Monday 11:00 am at St. Anthony Church. He will repose at church one hour prior to the Mass. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. The family will receive visitors Sunday 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the Arsulowicz Brothers Remembrance Mortuary, 3525 Remembrance Rd NW where the Rosary will be prayed Sunday 6 pm. Memorial contributions to Gift of Life, St. Anthony Church or Faith Hospice will be appreciated.

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Mr. James M. Walberer

February 2, 1937 - December 24, 2013