Was taken from us suddenly on Monday, April 4, 2011, age 65 years. Beloved husband and best friend to Carol. Loving dad and mentor to Cheri (Jim) Brittain, James Jr. (Mary) and Mike (Maaike) Airoldi. Fun loving and devoted grandpa of Alexandra, Jacob and Samantha Brittain; Hannah, Jimmy, Vinnie and Leah Airoldi; Jadyn and Leo Airoldi. Dear brother of late Jacqueline Bruckwicki, and master of 4 Dutchies. Also survived by sister-in-laws, brother-in-laws, cousins, nieces, nephews and the entire Airoldi Brother and Nationalease family. Jim was second generation of Airoldi Brothers Inc, growing the company to what it is today with the philosophy of treating employees, customers, and associates as family. He was a past board member of Nationalease and donated to a variety of local charities. Jim enjoyed living on the lake, spending time with his 9 grandchildren, family and friends. He will always be remembered by his quick wit, humor and ability to create many memories and laughs with his grandkids who will always remember him as the "silly grandpa". Visitation at the Funeral Home Thursday, April 7, 2011, 4:00-8:00 PM. Visitation also on Friday, 9:30-10:30 AM at ST. VERONICA CHURCH, 4001 So. Whitnall Ave. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 AM. Entombment to follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. If desired, memorials to the American Red Cross or the Children's Hospital of Wisconsin are greatly appreciated. PRASSER-KLECZKA BAY VIEW CHAPEL 3275 So. Howell Ave. 414-483-2322