James William Sommers, age 89 of Marshfield, passed away Saturday, Sept. 13. Life Tributes Funeral Home in Spencer is handling all the arrangements.
Jim was born October 14, 1935, the son of William and Elizabeth (Jahnke) in Marshfield, WI. He graduated from Marshfield High School in 1953.
Jim was a member of the Wisconsin National Guard. He worked for Lauby Cycle Service in Marshfield where he continued his love of motorcycles by participating in motorcycle scrambles and hill climbs. He won a few trophy's but mainly had a good time. Jim later went into business with his father in a sports shop and later in Sommers Building and Camping Supply.
Jim was always an avid hunter and fisherman that loved the outdoors.
He is survived by his brother and sisters; Judy Oestreich of Marshfield, Sue (Larry) Eithum of Beloit, and Mike (Lois) Sommers of Marshfield. Plus many nieces and nephews and their children. Also his friend Marion.
Jim was preceded in death by his father and mother and one brother, Kennith of Racine.
