James Richard Wagner
James Richard Wagner, 77, of Westmont. Beloved husband of Joanne. Loving father of Keith and Christopher (Christy) Wagner, Philip (Sue) Florek, Pamela (Mark) Elslager, and Paul (Susan), Patrick (Patty) and Joseph (Paula) Florek. Devoted grandfather of 10. Dear great-grandfather of 5. Fond brother of Fred (Janey) Wagner. Dear uncle of many. Jim was a police officer at Brookfield Zoo with 26 years of service. Visitation 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Thursday, August 18, 2016 and 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11 a.m. Friday, August 19, 2016 at HALLOWELL & JAMES FUNERAL HOME, 1025 West 55th Street, Countryside. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Special Olympics or Disabled American Veterans appreciated. Funeral home phone 708/352-6500.
Such a loss. Jimmy was a great guy to work with and a good friend. I can’t think of anyone who ever had a bad thing to say about him. You shall be missed…
So sorry to hear of the passing of “Big Daddy” Jim Wagner. I had the pleasure to work many years with Jim at Brookfield Zoo. Jim was a great police officer , a wonderful friend, and a true gentleman to all he came in contact with. He will be missed. Rest in peace brother.
Jim was a wonderful friend. I feel blessed to have had him in my life. You will be missed Big Daddy.
Jim was a kind man who deserved nothing but respect, because that’s what he showed you. May he rest in peace.
I had the great pleasure meeting you at Bill and Diane’s 50th anniversary, and again when I lost my beloved Rick (Vance) it was very icy at the cemetery, and this was shortly after I broke my ankle, you kindly along with “Uncle Bill” held on to me so I wouldn’t fall, and lastly, at Arlene’s surprise 75th, truly a gentleman in every sense of the word, you made me feel welcome in your family. A wonderful person taken too soon. Bless your family at this time , and thank you again for your kindness in my own trying time. You will be missed, but never forgotten.
You will be in our hearts along with the sweet gentle breeze, it will be you kissing the cheek of your lovely wife Jo-Ann and all who loved you. May you rest in peace.
Karen Daehn