In Memory of James Witte
James “Jim” Witte, age 66, of Isanti passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2008 at his home. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, February 4th at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Isanti with Father Jose Edayadiyil as Celebrant. Gail Genin will serve as cantor and Leona Jacques will serve as organist. Pallbearers will be Cammy Christianson, Colton Johnston, Sean Johnston, Joseph Lasser, Laura Schultz, Mindy Schultz, Dustin Seedorff and Ashley Spencer. Vistiation will be held from 2:00 - 6:00 P.M. Sunday, February 3rd AT THE CHURCH.
James Edward Witte was born November 14, 1941 in Minneapolis to William and Eleanor Witte. He was raised and lived his early years in Champlin. Jim served in the Marine Corps from 1959 – 1961. After the service he moved back to Champlin. He moved to the Isanti area in 1981. On July 13, 1981 Jim married Laurie Christianson and they have made their home in Isanti. He was employed by Olympic Wall Systems in the Twin Cities for 25 years. Jim was a member of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Isanti. He loved his family, friends and babies. He also enjoyed cooking, camping and watching football.
James “Jim” Witte, age 66, of Isanti died of cancer at his home on January 29, 2008.
He was preceded in death by his father, William Witte; 2 step-fathers, Neil Bennett and Hans Adler; mother, Eleanor Adler; infant son, David; grandson, Dylan.
He is survived by his wife, Laurie; 11 children, Elizabeth, Rebecca (Donald) Lasser, Janice Johnston, Barbara (Donald) Seedorff, Cassandra, James W. Witte (Alexis Miller), Ana (Jason) Steenerson, Shawn (Jennifer) Christianson, Jason (Wendy) Christianson, Heather (Patrick) Walsh, Amber (Shawn) Buboltz; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; 2 brothers, Bill (Bonnie) Witte, Jack (Sherrie) Witte; nieces, nephews and other relatives; special friends, Carl (Jeannie) Appelgate and Patti Busse and family; and by many other friends.
We are sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He will be remembered as a big guy with a big heart.
Love,
Sharon & Tom
We are sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He will be remembered as a big guy with a big heart.
Love,
Sharon & Tom
Laurie and family, We are so sorry about Jim. Happy that is suffering is over, but sad that he is gone. We enjoyed his humor and know that he was a good grandpa to Ty, Wes, and Shay and loved how he kidded around with Jen all the time. All of your visits up to Superior were a good time, not to be forgotten. We’re praying for you and all of your family. Feel comfort in knowing so many people care. He was a great guy!
Love, Jeff, Vicki & Alex (Lee and Beth, too)
From the Roy family,
Godspeed to the our cousins the Witte’s who have lost a dear family member. God bless Jim and his family and extended family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Dave and Julie Roy
From the Roy family,
Godspeed to our cousins the Witte’s who have lost a dear family member. God bless Jim and his family and extended family. Our thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Dave and Julie Roy
Laurie and family
I’m so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a true friend and will be greatly missed.
Love Darrel
Hi Laurie and Jason, I am so sorry for your loss. Cancer is a horrible thing. It is so sad to me to keep seeing obit’s of people I know. We just buried my mom 2 weeks ago and now Jim. I will always remember how friendly he was. He would always give me a great big hug whenever we saw each other which wasn’t too often. I think the last time was at the Creamery. He was a great man who will be missed.
Our heartfelt sympathy to your family during this time. We know this was a long and difficult struggle for you all. Feel blessed that you have good memories and close friends to help you through your loss.
Laurie and Family,
Our Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. I always remember Jim’s great smile
and his enjoyment of family get togethers.We wish
you God’s Best.
Rob and Joleen Roy
We are truely sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time. I will always remember the family get-togethers in Champlin while growing up, and Jim always held a special place in Ernie’s heart. We wish you the best.
With fond and loving memories,
Bud and Judy Roy
Dear Laurie and family, Jim will remain in my heart always. I know that many will say that he loved everyone but he had a way of making me feel that when I was with him, I was very important to him. It meant so much to me. I always knew that no matter how long it had been since I had seen him, I would always be welcome in your home. Thank you for that and for loving my family as well. He left a legacy of love and generosity and I will miss him deeply. We love you and will be praying for you during this season of loss.
Laurie and family,
The time over the years Jim and I worked totether
are some of my best memories working construction.
We laughed lots and often.
He was truly a good man and am honored to have been called a friend.
God Bless
Mark & Cathy Burns
My thoughts & prayers are with.
Laurie and Family~
Jim was a wonderful man, with a huge loving heart and a great sense of humor. (That is something that he never let go even while he was sick!) He is someone that will never be forgotten in our hearts or memories. His legacy will live on forever and is loved by many, many people and will be missed immensely. Remember you not alone during this difficult time, God wouldn’t let that be.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Let the memories of your days/years together get you all through this difficult time and remember Jim’s journey with God has just begun.
We love you all.
Love,
Keith, Angel, Nicholas & Linzy Potter