James R. Wiegert, age 73, of Ogema, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 12, 2019.
Jim was born on April 5, 1946 in Ladysmith, WI, the son of Roy & Mildred (Woebbeking) Wiegert. Jim was a proud Vietnam Veteran – having served with the US Air Force from 1962 until his honorable discharge in 1966. Jim loved to fly and held his pilot’s license for many years. In 1973, Jim married Joyce Stockhausen and together, they raised three children. Jim later was married to Joanne Nehring in 1997 and enjoyed spending time with her two children – Sara & Joe. Jim ran a catering business for many years and loved talking with customers. He cherished being outdoors hunting and fishing, especially on the Spirit Flowage with his friend Dennis Loften. He also greatly enjoyed camping, traveling, playing cards and riding his motorcycle, but his grandchildren brought him the greatest joy.
Jim was a proud member of AA and attended meetings regularly. Jim was also a member of Vietnam Vets/Legacy Vets Motorcycle Club with the MidWest Region. He belonged to the American Legion Post 452 in Spirit and was a faithful member of Spirit Baptist Church where his dear friend Duane presides.
Jim will be deeply missed by his three loving children – Paul Wiegert of Fort Atkinson, Philip Wiegert of Jefferson & Elizabeth (Chris Topel) Bourke of Jefferson. Five siblings – Bonnie (Mike) Wagner of Newburg, Marilyn (Doug) Findlay of Oconomowoc, Linda (Mario) Maenza of Germantown, Robert Wiegert of Jefferson City, MO & Debra (Jim) Jenkins, McMinnville, TN. Jim is further survived by his three beautiful grandchildren, Katelynn, Logan, and Ashlynn Bourke. A former brother in law and dear friend Dennis Loften, his former son-in-law Brian Bourke, his God Children – Kris Thompson & Matthew Loften and a loving friend Jan Pinter.
Jim was greeted in heaven by his parents, sister – Janet, first wife – Joyce & beloved and deeply missed grandson – Connor James Bourke.
The Funeral Service with Military Honors for Jim Wiegert took place at 11:00AM on Saturday, August 17, 2019 at Spirit Baptist Church. Pastor Duane Harper officiated. Visitation took place from 9:30AM until the time of service at 11:00AM. Burial took place at 10:00AM on Monday, August 19, 2019 at the Riverside Cemetery in Ladysmith.
The Krueger Family Funeral Home, Tomahawk, is assisting the family with arrangements. You may view the full obituary and leave online condolences at www.kruegerfamilyfuneral.com.