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A celebration of Jim’s life will be held at Cortese’s Banquet Hall, 1300 Sheridan Rd. in Kenosha on Friday, May 12th, Pastor Cindy Aasen will have a prayer service starting at 1:00 p.m. followed by lunch and a time of celebration. In lieu of flowers memorials can be directed to Jim’s wife Chris to establish an educational fund for Jim’s grandchildren.
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Jim C. White, 75, passed away at the Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie on Thursday, April 27, 2023. He was born in Wausau, WI on November 16, 1947, the son of the late Kenneth and Adeline (nee: Van Landuyt) White.
Jim was a graduate of St. Joseph High School, Class of ’65, and Gateway Technical College. On April 8, 1972, in St. Mark Catholic Church, he was united in marriage to Christine Connelly. He retired from Danfoss Inc. Jim’s entire life was centered around music. He played in several bands including Bjorn and White. He also enjoyed tinkering with cars and trucks.
Surviving are his wife of fifty-one years, Chris; their children, Jennifer White, Daniel (Monica) White, and Steven White, all of Kenosha; three grandchildren, Logan, Brianna, and Brendan; brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, John Bouwens, Cynthia Connelly, Kerry (Geri) Connelly, Theresa (Bob) Martin, and Neal (Barb) Connelly. His nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends also survive him.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death two sisters, Mary Andrea Otte, and Suzanne Bouwens; brothers-in-law, and sisters-in-law, Rosella Williams, Kathleen Connelly, Brian Connelly, Barb Connelly, and Loretta Connelly.
The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Drs. David Knight, and Kevin Khaeter and their staff, as well as the Hospice House of Pleasant Prairie, and the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home.
Mark Hanks says
You will be greatly missed Jim. I always enjoyed your company and your music.
Laura Serpe Askew says
My heartfelt sympathy for the loss of one of God’s best.
Patricia M DeLabio-Oldani says
Chris and Family,
When someone we love dies, we never lose their love. They have left an indelible imprint in our memories.
May you all find comfort in knowing that your lives have been enriched by having shared Jim’s (your father’s) love.
My deepest Sympathy,
John Frost says
Dear family of Jim White,
You are in the prayers of the members of the Silver Dollar Club of Kenosha. We frequently enjoyed Jim and Mike (member of the club) at our events.
Jim had a great voice and was very talented, but most of all I enjoyed his smile, great laugh and he was always welcoming to people around him. A pleasure that we have missed for a little while now.
Sending love and condolences to his support team at home. He wouldn’t have been as good if it weren’t for all of you.
I hope he has teamed back up with Mike and that they are again performing together.
John Willkomm says
I remember all the fun we had in high school. RIP Jim. I will remember you always.
The Coshenets says
Dear Chris. So very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Our memories of him playing at our wedding and the fun we had with both of you will all ways be cherished. May he be at peace now.
Love
Danny & Connie Coshenet
Mark Ancevic says
Jim was a great father, grandfather and musician. You are greatly missed. Rest in peace and rock on.
Jim Warzyn says
Chris and family
My sincere sympathy to you for your loss.
Sue and Bill Cairns says
Enjoyed your music, and you, Mike and Mike M.(BMW) played at our wedding 40 years ago. (5-21-83). RIP my friend.
Renee Goff says
I met Jim through the Danfoss golf league. Through many years of so so golf from me Jim was always kind, welcoming, inclusive and smiling. All my deepest sympathy.
Pat Birchell Sielaff says
Thoughts and prayers to Jim’s family and friends. So many great memories at George’s Bar ! The music has to be great in heaven when him and Mike met up once again!
Deepest sympathy
RONNIE says
I AM SO DEEPLY SADDENED BY
THE LOSS OF MY DEAREST
FRIEND AND BROTHER
JIM FELT THAT IN THIS LIFE HE
WAS ALWAYS ON STAGE TO
BRING LAUGHTER HAPPINESS
AND LOVE TO ALL THE PEOPLE
LIKE NO OTHER
HE WILL BE MOURNED AND
TERRIBLY MISSED BY OH SO
MANY
ESPECIALLY HIS BELOVED WIFE
CHRIS GRAND CHILDREN AND
CHILDREN DAN STEVE AND
JENNY !
“ GOODBYE TO MY OLDEST AND
DEAREST FRIEND AND
BROTHER “
I WILL MISS YOU !
Mark Kober says
Truly enjoyed Jim’s friendship. Always fun and a great friend. Couldn’t have asked for a better friend and neighbor. Will always fondly remember all the good times we had together. Gods Speed to you and your family.
Connie Coshenet says
Chris – so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. We always remember him playing at our wedding and having much fun with you two. May he be at peace now. Love, Danny & Connie Coshenet
Sherry white says
Chris,
I am sorry to hear Jim has passed. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your children.
Gilbert Deming says
… we enjoyed their music. RIP my friend.
Will and Kelly Frank says
Our condolences to the White and Connelly families. Thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.