Tuesday, December 2, 2008, age 67 years. Loving husband of Francine. Proud father of Valerie (Brian) Acker, Cassandra (Deen) Wanek, and the late James and Lisa. Beloved son of the late Doris Wirth. Dear brother and best friend of Gerald. Dear brother of Marilyn Niemann, Thomas (Toni), Kathleen (Gerald) Doll, Carol (Richard) Rohrer, the late Richard (Florence) Barachy. Also survived by grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other family and friends. The family wishes to thank the staff of Oncology Alliance and Vitas Innovative Hospice for the kind and gentle care given to Jim. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the Vince Lombardi Cancer Center at St. Luke's Medical Center are appreciated. Visitation at the Funeral Home Thursday, December 11, 4-7PM. Funeral Service at 7 PM. PRASSER-KLECZKA BAY VIEW CHAPEL 3275 So. Howell Ave. 414-483-2322