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James Davis 12/01/2025

James Davis 12/01/2025

James “Jim” Lawrence Davis, age 86, of New Richmond, Wisconsin, was taken from those who loved him on Monday, December 1, 2025, at his home with his best friend, wife and loyal care partner, Susan, by his side.

He will be missed for his stories, humor and zest for travel.

In honoring Jim’s wishes, no services will be held. We wish to thank the Adoray Hospice team of Baldwin, WI for their attentive, gentle care in Jim’s final days. Memorials can be sent to Adoray Home Health and Hospice, 990 Main St. #1, Baldwin, Wisconsin 54002, in Jim’s memory. Arrangements are with Bakken-Young Funeral & Cremation Services.

26 Comments

  • Kathie Posted December 3, 2025 8:02 pm

    Susan, so very sorry for your loss. You are in my prayers. Love You, Kathie

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 1:59 am

      Thank you Kathie. It is difficult to imagine life without Jim.

  • Dennis & LouAnn Derosier Posted December 3, 2025 8:28 pm

    We ate saddened with the loss of Jim. We will miss him. He was such a wonderful person. We are so blessed to have him as a friend.

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 2:01 am

      What an amazing man! I was also blessed to have him as a friend and partner. Thank you for your thoughtful comments.

  • Rita R. Posted December 4, 2025 9:05 am

    Susan, so sorry to hear about the loss of your Jim. We are here when we can help in any way we can.

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 2:02 am

      Thank you Rita. I will miss him everyday.

  • Jan & Marty Engel Posted December 4, 2025 4:17 pm

    Susan, So very sorry to hear this. Always enjoyed Jim’s humor and friendly competition on the pickleball court. Wishing you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 2:04 am

      Thank you for your thoughts. Pickelball was one of the first things Jim gave up when he struggled with balance. He hated not being able to play anymore.

  • Rand & Kath Stanke Posted December 4, 2025 4:47 pm

    Sue: So sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. Jim was a great competitor and always smiling out on the pickleball courts. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. -Rand & Kath

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 2:06 am

      Thank you for sharing your thoughts. This disease was quite nasty and took everything from Jim. The last 8 days were terrible.

  • Rand & Kath Stanke Posted December 4, 2025 4:48 pm

    Sue: So sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. Jim was a great competitor and always smiling out on the pickleball courts. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. -Rand & Kath

  • Jean kelley Posted December 4, 2025 5:01 pm

    So sorry to read of Jim’s passing. He was such good man with a positive attitude.and fun humor..

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 9:03 pm

      Yes, Jim’s presence will be missed. Thanks for your comment.

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 9:04 pm

      Yes, Jim’s presence will be missed.

  • Steve and Cathy Call Posted December 4, 2025 7:16 pm

    Sue, Jim will be remembered for his kindness both on and off the pickleball court. Steve and I are so happy that we had the opportunity to know him. Our thoughts are with you, Sue. I hope you find comfort knowing that so many people have reached out and really do care.

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 9:07 pm

      The support from friends has been a pleasant surprise. Jim was enjoyed by so many people.

  • JOSEPH KNACH Posted December 5, 2025 2:20 pm

    SUE, MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES ON YOUR LOSS. JIM WILL BE MISSED BY US ALL. JOE &DANIELLE KNACH

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 9:08 pm

      The loss of Jim is deeply felt. It will be difficult to imagine a future without him.

  • Dave & Linda Thompson Posted December 5, 2025 8:15 pm

    Sue, Our deepest sympathy to you and your family on Jim’s passing. He will be missed. We always enjoyed our time together on the pickleball courts, and our visits in Florida. I especially will miss his enthusiasm for our Golden Gophers. Our prayers are with you, Dave & Linda.

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 9:21 pm

      My future is uncertain without my partner.
      Jim did suffer so. He is at rest from all that.

  • Connie Stacken Posted December 5, 2025 8:26 pm

    Sue, I’m so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. My condolences to you and the family.

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 9:14 pm

      Losing my partner creates a huge hole in my life.

  • Lynnete McCarty Posted December 7, 2025 1:04 pm

    I am so sorry to hear about Jim! I always enjoyed playing pickle ball with you two! Jim had such a gentle spirit and a good sense of humor. I will be thinking of you, as I do every time I enjoy the white blazing star flowers in my garden. You introduced them to me when you were tending the f!owers next to the pickle ball courts in Mary Park. I hope your many wonderful memories of your years with Jim will be a comfort now. Lynnete

    • Susan Posted December 8, 2025 9:17 pm

      Jim and I reflected on the great times we had together. We had many adventures to remember. Now I am left to remember them on my own.

  • Lowell Thompson Posted December 9, 2025 4:38 pm

    Jim was the life of the Stillwater High School Class of 1957. He was one of the really good ones. Always a smile when you met him. So sorry Susan.

  • Dave Posted December 10, 2025 6:32 am

    I worked with Jim at HHS. A truly kind and gracious man. We reconnected briefly 2-3 years ago at his home in New Richmond. I liked him a lot. The world was a better place when he was here.

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