James Ames
June 18, 1941 ~ August 30, 2010
James Ames, 69 of Mobridge and formerly of Miller, died Monday, August 30, 2010 at the Golden Living Center in Mobridge.
Funeral services were held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, September 3, 2010 at Reck Funeral Home, Miller with Rev. David Belzer officiating. Burial followed at Hillcrest Cemetery, Miller. Visitation was held from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., Thursday, September 2, 2010 followed by a 7:00 p.m., prayer service at the funeral home.
Jim was born June 18, 1941 to Wesley and Myrtle (Seeley) Ames at Miller, South Dakota. He was raised on the family farm near Miller and educated in the Miller School system. He lived his entire life in South Dakota, working in several different capacities, and owned and operated J & R Repair in Polo for several years.
On August 14, 1982, he was united in marriage to Margaretha Schaefers. To this union, one son was born, Terry. In 1987, they moved to Mobridge where he was employed by Ford/New Holland and Case I.H. dealership. In 2003, he retired due to failing health and in 2009, moved to the Golden Living Center at Mobridge.
Jim loved to fish and living along the Missouri River was a real joy to him. He spent much of his free time walleye fishing.
He is survived by his son, Terry Ames of Benton, AR; step sons: Allen Schaefers of Clear Lake, Larry Schaefers of South Shore, Lonnie Schaefers of Watertown, and Randy Schaefers of Mobridge; step daughter: Sandy Schaefers of Reno, NV; one brother, Larry (Nancy) Ames of Miller, two sisters: Delores (Marvin) Nielsen of Custer and Jeanette (Milton) Campbell of Clarkston, WA and five grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Margaretha in 2009; his mother, Myrtle in 2010 and his father, Wesley in 2000.
Reck Funeral Home of Miller has been entrusted with Jim's arrangements.
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Dear Family of Jim, Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Dwell on the many great times you shared with your loved one
My deepest sympathy to the Jim Ames family for the loss of Jim.
Jim graduated from Miller High School Class of 1960 with me and a great group of classmates.
Jim was a great classmate and lots of fun and laughs. Jim will be missed by many friends.
So very sorry for your loss.
Ames family. Even as my ex father in law…Terry was there for me through everything with my father. Its not easy losing loved ones. My deapest thoughts and prayers are with the family and friends of the family.
I have not seen Jim or any family for years, my memories go back to when we were neighbors on the farm. Jim was always friendly, jolly and a very nice person, I know he will be missed. May God reveal Himself to you in a special way in this time of loss, draw you near and give you strength. Those who know the Lord will meet again.
With love and prayers.