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James “Jim” Edward Dostal, age 82, of New Richmond, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Born on July 10, 1943, in Rockford, IL, he was the beloved son of Norbert and Dorothy (LeJune) Dostal. He grew up on a farm in Haugen, WI and acquired the nickname “Butch” which stuck through his childhood and with his siblings still today. Jim’s early education led him to graduate high school and then attend Dunwoody College of Technology, where he honed the skills that would define his career.
In 1966, Jim embarked on his journey as a machinist at Doboy, dedicating nearly four decades to the manufacturing industry before retiring in 2004. He was known for his remarkable work ethic and his ability to solve even the most complex problems, earning the respect and admiration of his colleagues.
Beyond his professional life, Jim found joy in the simple pleasures of life. He had a passion for gardening and cherished moments spent in the company of family and friends, particularly during coffee breaks at Cedar Creek. Some of his most cherished memories were made at Glitter Lake Ontario, his hunting box, and under the juniper trees where he would spend hours chatting and enjoying the serenity of nature. Jim spent many years hunting big game in Alaska and Canada. In his later years, he enjoyed turkey hunting. He developed a love for bird watching, marveling at the beauty of the wildlife around him.
Jim is preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Tom Dostal. He is survived by his son, Phillip Dostal; his daughter, Julie (David) Sansone; and his beloved grandkids, Keegan and Kaleigh Sansone, along with a host of other relatives and friends who will carry forward his memory with love and fondness.
A Celebration of Life honoring Jim was held on Friday, March 27, 2026, from 11 AM to 3 PM, with a memory sharing service beginning at 2 PM. The service took place at Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services, located at 728 S Knowles Ave in New Richmond. Family and friends were invited to come together to reflect on Jim’s life, share stories, and celebrate the profound impact he made on all those who had the privilege of knowing him.
Jim will be dearly missed, but his spirit will continue to live on in the hearts of those who loved him. He shared his passion for the great outdoors with everyone around him, to remember him please spend some extra time with family, friends or take a peaceful walk in the woods to enjoy the beauty of nature.
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I have many memories of working with JimmyD. We would sit at the break table every morning before work. We could always tell when Jim had been to the Creek the night before. He would have us all in stitches. He was always willing to give a person a helping hand. Just won’t be the same not seeing that smiling face! R.I.P. Jim
Jim was the best trapper. I knew Doors man I knew a great friend gonna miss Jimmy.
Grizzly Adams had absolutely nothing on Jim! A wealth of knowledge from a generation that worked hard and played harder. He will be remembered fondly.
I knew Jim from all the years we both worked at Doboy. He was one of those “go-to” guys that could solve a machining challenge in the shop. He was always fun to talk to and listen to and many other employees respected him. Rest In Peace Jim.
The Creek will not be the same without you popping in. Whether it be about fishing, blueberries, asparagus or birds, the conversation was always a learning experience Fly high and RIP Jim !
I cherish the friendship the JD and I created. We would spend quiet moments together sitting and listen to the Appple river trickle by and watch for birds or otters to come by. I will miss picking Blueberries together and hearing your stories of hunting, fishing and trapping.
God bless you!
I remember spending at theDostal farm by Haugen when Jimwas ounge. Always a fun time. Yes he will be missed my many.RIP Jim.
Jim was a good friend of my dad’s for many years going all the way back to Haugen. Heckuva guy. My sympathy.
So many memories, from Mazatlan to Canada. Fishing, hunting, trapping and kayaking. Never a dull.moment with Jim. We spent many hours under the juniper or by the river chatting. I will miss your friendship. You were a cherished friend.
The memories are awesome, the weight is heavy, I have so many daily things that now won’t now get thrashed around between us. Wood to cut, ground left to cover and smart talk! Will miss you dearly and feel lucky for the ride with you and yours that I had! An Icon!
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Jim and I started a friendship 30 years ago. We spent time cutting wood, hunting, teaching me how to trap. Not to mention fishing in Canada, Mazatlan, lake of the woods, and of course on local lakes. He was definitely a fellow who had worn out a pair of boots or two doing things he enjoyed. Thanks for the knowledge and the memories !
Jim was truly a unique individual. He was intelligent, funny, warm and just a great person. We enjoyed some great times together at home and in Canada, and he taught me a number of great lessons. He will be missed greatly and our lives are much richer for having known him! May his next journey be as rich as this one!
Jim was was a very unique man. He was intelligent, funny, warm and just a great person. We shared some great times here at home and in Canada, and he taught me a great deal during our experiences together. All I know is that our lives are much richer for having know Jim and I hope that his next journey is as interesting and fun as this one has been. We miss you man!
I worked .with Jim from the time he started with in 1966 . For most of our carriers our benches were about 10 feet apart and we became very close friends after our retirement we still are very good friends
and shared trials tribulation for in our lives . We shared a love for hunting and fishing and I envied his many hunting trips he scrouged for . I enjoyed every one of th.e stores of those trips.
My condolences to all his family and many friends.
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