- Date Of Birth: December 30, 1936
- Date Of Death: December 9, 2009
- State: Michigan
James W. Edgecomb, 72, Three Oaks, Michigan, died peacefully on December 9 at his home surrounded by his family. His death comes after a long and courageous battle with multiple myeloma. Jim was born on December 30, 1936 in Cadillac, Michigan to Nellie and James Edgecomb. He enlisted in the US Army in 1954 at the age of 17 and quickly advanced to the rank of Sergeant. While in the Army Jim served as a track vehicle mechanic.
He was awarded a Good Conduct Medal, National Defense Service and Sharpshooter (rifle). Jim was married to Janet Dennis of Cadillac for 54 years. During that time, they raised seven children. Jim retired after 30 years working as a truck driver. He was a skilled story teller who entertained family and friends with adventures from his trucking years. He loved to play practical jokes and had a beautiful singing voice. He enjoyed hunting and camping with family and was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan. Following his retirement, he fulfilled his lifelong dream of restoring antique cars. Jim and Janet enjoyed spending time together gardening and working on their yard.
In his later years, Jim was “found” by two cats, Miss Queenie and Patches, who brought laughter, comfort and love into his life as only cats can do. Jim is survived by his wife, Janet Edgecomb, seven children, Teri (Bob) Brown of Three Oaks, Connie (Greg) Klann of Three Oaks, Cindy (Rick) Harris of Bosque Farms, New Mexico, Lon (Elaine) Edgecomb of Bridgman, Michigan, Lisa (Randy) Sheehy of Monroe, Michigan, Linda (Jack) Fox of Niles, Michigan and Juanita (Rick) Martin of Sawyer, Michigan; 16 grandchildren, one step-granddaughter, nine great-grandchildren, two step-great grandchildren, half-brother, Don Bigelow of Cadillac, and sister, Etta Erdman of Honor, Michigan.He was preceded in death by his parents, brother, Dale Edgecomb, half-brother Elmer Edgecomb and half-sister, Hildred Perry.
The Edgecomb family wishes to sincerely thank Dr. Jayesh Mehta and the caring staff at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago for the excellent and compassionate care given to Jim over the past four and a half years. They are also grateful to Jeanne Wirpsa for spiritual guidance and to Hospice at Home.
