H. James “Jim” Lamb, 86, of 11108. 12th Road, Argos, passed away peacefully at 3:50 p.m. on Saturday, January 5, 2013, in Plymouth.
A longtime member of the farming community, Jim was born on August 25, 1926, in Elyria, Ohio, the son of Harris James and Elizabeth (Ton) Lamb.
He had lived in Elyria, Sandusky, and Cleveland, Ohio, before coming to the Plymouth area in 1938.
Jim graduated from Plymouth High School with the class of 1944 and served as a Seaman 1st Class in the United States Navy during World War II.
On September 7, 1947, Jim and Donna Hartman were married in Plymouth. The couple enjoyed traveling to the McAllen, Texas area for 25 winters.
Jim was a man of faith and an active and devoted member of the First United Methodist Church of Plymouth. He held numerous positions in the church and the Sunday school.
He was a member of the Farm Bureau and past president of the Marshall County Dairy Association. For eight years, Jim drove a school bus for the Union-North School District.
His zest for living, positive outlook, quiet strength and friendliness will be missed by all. For many years Jim would anonymously provide the hospital with flowers from his garden to be shared by the ‘Pink Ladies’ with those patients who had none only to know that he had brightened someone’s day.
Jim farmed from 1950, until selling his operation in 1987.
Jim is survived by his wife, Donna and by their two daughters; Charlotte M. Morgan of Springfield, Ill., and Ruth (Jon) VanVactor of Plymouth. A daughter-in-law; Trudy (Brad) Forkner of Cherry, Illinois also survives.
Seven grandchildren: Derek (Molly) Lamb, Ethan VanVactor, Angela (Lonny) Hurwitz, Scott (Holly) Baum, Sean (Jen) Parsons, Michelle Parsons and Abby Parsons survive as well, with seven great-grandchildren; Joshua Hurwitz, Samuel Hurwitz, Brendan Lamb, Tristan Lamb, Ryanne Baum, Emily Parsons and Coltrane Parsons. A sister, Sarah C. Whaley of Lake Jackson, Texas also survives.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and by a son, Dale A. Lamb in 1981.
Friends may visit with the family from 3 – 7 p.m. on Thursday, January 10th at the Johnson-Danielson Funeral Home, 1100 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, and for one hour prior to an 11 a.m. service Friday, January 11th in the First United Methodist Church, 400 N. Michigan St., Plymouth. The Revs. Larry Marhanka and Jeff Herron will preside.
Interment will follow in the Whispering Pines addition of New Oakhill Cemetery, Plymouth where military honors will be accorded him by members of the Plymouth American Legion Post 27, Veterans of Foreign Wars – Marshall Co. Post 1162 and the D.A.V.
Preferred are memorial gifts in Jim’s memory to the First United Methodist Church, 400 N. Michigan St., Plymouth, IN 46563
Milan Levett says
Jim will be greatly missed by all who knew him, and many will never know all he did for the church and others. Milan Levett
margie pixey says
My deepest prayers and sympathy go out to each and every one of you. Jim was such a wonderful holy man. Our friendship came to be at Catherine Kapser Life Center where we shared prayer, worship, stories, games, and laughter. He gave lots of love and joy to everyone. Jim loved God with his whole heart, body, & soul and shared this with many and especially his beautiful best friend and wife Donna. God has called home a very special man to His house.
Love, prayers, and sympathy,
Margie Pixey
CKLC Pastoral Care/Chaplain
Cathy Bailey says
To Donna and family – I\’m so sorry to hear of Jim\’s passing. He has fought a long battle very bravely. Wish I could be there to give you a hug. You\’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Shirley Ellis says
Donna and family, sorry to hear about Jim. He was good and failful man to his community and church and to his family. Well be seeing you Friday. Love and sympathy to all, Shirley and Hi Ellis
Rick Derf says
I have many fond memories of Jim and his loving family from my teenage years. What a terrific mentor he was to so many who knew him. And I will always remember Big Jim, our 1962 church league first baseman. He used to be able to use those muscles built on the farm to slam a softball with that bat. His zest for life, love of family, and faith in Jesus were visible for all to see. His family is left with a wonderful legacy of a fine human being. God bless and comfort you all.
Gloria Thomas Buzzard says
So very sorry about the passing of Jim. He leaves a wonderful legacy to his family and friends. Such a long history with my Dad and of course my younger days affiliated with the Methodist Church, I will always remember his cheerful hellos and warming smile.
Barb Lowry says
Donna and family,
Our heartfelt prayers and sympathy during this sad time. We enjoyed our visits with you at the Catherine Kasper Home. May God be near you, comfort you and give you strength for each day.
Barb and Bub Lowry
Brenda Boyd says
I am so sorry for yours and your family\’s loss Charlotte! May God give you His Comfort and Peace during this sad time.
Classmate from LaVille,
Brenda (Copp) Boyd
Judy Van Vactor Nowak says
Aunt Ruth, Uncle Jon and Ethan………..my thoughts and prayers are with you at your time of loss. From the wonderful things i have read about your dad Ruth he was a great man and will be missed dearly. All my love to you all.
Judy Van Vactor Nowak
Peg Vancza says
Donna and family, With deepest sympathy in the loss of Jim, his life is your legacy, his love was your gift and your memories are the comfort you will keep in your heart forever. Thanking of you. Peg
Milan Levett says
Jim will be greatly missed by all who knew him, and many will never know all he did for the church and others. Milan Levett
margie pixey says
My deepest prayers and sympathy go out to each and every one of you. Jim was such a wonderful holy man. Our friendship came to be at Catherine Kapser Life Center where we shared prayer, worship, stories, games, and laughter. He gave lots of love and joy to everyone. Jim loved God with his whole heart, body, & soul and shared this with many and especially his beautiful best friend and wife Donna. God has called home a very special man to His house.
Love, prayers, and sympathy,
Margie Pixey
CKLC Pastoral Care/Chaplain
Cathy Bailey says
To Donna and family – I\’m so sorry to hear of Jim\’s passing. He has fought a long battle very bravely. Wish I could be there to give you a hug. You\’re in our thoughts and prayers.
Shirley Ellis says
Donna and family, sorry to hear about Jim. He was good and failful man to his community and church and to his family. Well be seeing you Friday. Love and sympathy to all, Shirley and Hi Ellis
Rick Derf says
I have many fond memories of Jim and his loving family from my teenage years. What a terrific mentor he was to so many who knew him. And I will always remember Big Jim, our 1962 church league first baseman. He used to be able to use those muscles built on the farm to slam a softball with that bat. His zest for life, love of family, and faith in Jesus were visible for all to see. His family is left with a wonderful legacy of a fine human being. God bless and comfort you all.
Gloria Thomas Buzzard says
So very sorry about the passing of Jim. He leaves a wonderful legacy to his family and friends. Such a long history with my Dad and of course my younger days affiliated with the Methodist Church, I will always remember his cheerful hellos and warming smile.
Barb Lowry says
Donna and family,
Our heartfelt prayers and sympathy during this sad time. We enjoyed our visits with you at the Catherine Kasper Home. May God be near you, comfort you and give you strength for each day.
Barb and Bub Lowry
Brenda Boyd says
I am so sorry for yours and your family\’s loss Charlotte! May God give you His Comfort and Peace during this sad time.
Classmate from LaVille,
Brenda (Copp) Boyd
Judy Van Vactor Nowak says
Aunt Ruth, Uncle Jon and Ethan………..my thoughts and prayers are with you at your time of loss. From the wonderful things i have read about your dad Ruth he was a great man and will be missed dearly. All my love to you all.
Judy Van Vactor Nowak
Peg Vancza says
Donna and family, With deepest sympathy in the loss of Jim, his life is your legacy, his love was your gift and your memories are the comfort you will keep in your heart forever. Thanking of you. Peg