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James Winje

1947 - 2018

BORN

1947

DIED

2018

James Winje Obituary

Winje, James B. Beloved husband of Cathy. Loving second father of Diana Rumpf (Joey) Falbo and Raymond (Nikki) Rumpf. Dear brother of Jackie (Paul) Ludwig. Fond uncle of Vicki (Dominic) Dizonno-Ludwig Bliznicki and Mary and John Dietrick. Great-uncle of Dominic, Matthew, and Ashley. Retired from the Franklin Park Police Pension Board. Jim was an avid racer and member of NHRA (National Hot Rod Association). He was kind and generous man who was loved by many. Memorials in Jim's name can be made to the Autumn Hamilton Burn Survivor Fund at GoFundMe.com, search "Autumn Hamilton". A private family service will be held.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 1, 2018.

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Edward Koop

November 30, 2019

I am in total shock seeing about the passing of Jimmy. I've known Jimmy since he was in grammar school. While Jimmy was just a teen he used to help me work on my car. In fact he was part of my pit crew after I got out of the Army and raced pretty much full time.God I have so many great memories of Jimmy. In fact I just found some pics of myself,Jimmy Sommerman and Jimmy sitting on the front porch of my parents house. I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Words cannot describe the sadness that I'm feeling . Jimmy was a huge part of my early life and I will never forget him and the good times we had together. Please accept my sincere condolences.

True Champion!

James Murphy

July 13, 2018

Cathy,

My deepest condolences to you and your family during this time. I am still having a hard time accepting the fact that he is gone. I always looked to the strength Jim showed in his life to do whatever he wanted to do. Jim and I have been friends for 46 years, going through many of the same ups and downs in our lives. He will truly be missed. He was a True Champion!

July 8, 2018

Dear Cathy,
I'm so sorry about Jim. There are no words I could write that would lessen your sadness right now. All I can do is pray that peace and comfort embrace your heart and soul. I'll always remember Jim and you and what a special couple you always were. We had a great SGS class and we're rooted together there. So we share your loss.
With fond memories,
Mary (Johnson) Hronek

Roger Milewski

July 6, 2018

Jim...touched so many hearts. Our St. GENEVIEVE class of 1961 was no exception.You were loved by all and friend of so many. Rest in peace my friend....rest in peace.
Roger Milewski

David and Althea

July 2, 2018

Dear Cathy we are so sorry to hear about James and offer our deepest condolences to the family. 1 Thessalonians 4:14

July 1, 2018

Please accept my sincerest condolences for your loss. I hope that words such those found at John 6:40 bring you comfort at this difficult time. CR

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