Obituary: James Kimberley

MADISON - James Kimberley, age 69, passed away on Sunday, April 9, 2006, at his home, surrounded by his family. James was born on Sept. 12, 1936, in Madison, the son of Coral and Elizabeth (Juris) Kimberley. James graduated from Central High School and served his country in the United States Army during the Korean War from 1954-1957. James married Faye Scalf on April 20, 1957, in Indianapolis, Ind. James enjoyed hunting, fishing, playing bingo, bowling and softball. He retired from Madison United Hospital Laundry in 1998. Survivors include his wife, Faye of Madison; four children, Patty (Jeff) Marks of Madison, Terry Kimberley of Madison, Michael (Sheryl) Kimberley of Smithville, Va., and Jamie (Rhonda) Kimberley of Poynette; five grandchildren, Shamus Wilson, Jay and Heather Kimberley, Stephanie White and Erica Randall; and seven great-grandchildren, Leah White, Devon White, Tucker White, Justin White, Sebastien Jordan, Valin Randall and Ema Randall. He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, David Kimberley, in 1979; and two brothers, Arthur and Warren Kimberley. Funeral services will take place at the RYAN FUNERAL HOME, 2418 N. Sherman Ave., Madison, on Wednesday, April 12, 2006, at 11 a.m. A visitation will also take place at the funeral home on Tuesday, April 11, 2006, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., and one hour prior to the funeral service. The Rev. Bob Groth will officiate. Burial will conclude with military services at the Roselawn Memorial Park. Ryan Funeral Home & Cremation Services 2418 N. Sherman Ave. (608) 249-8257

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on April 11, 2006