Jim died February 21, 2022 at the age of 59 in a Hamilton hospital, as a result of injuries received in a tragic incident at his home in Guelph. He was the dear brother of Carl of Welland, Barb and Bob Illman of Listowel, Colleen and Dennis Keith of Wallenstein, Lorie and Eugene Gallucci of Welland and the late Sandra (1964), Darlene (1959) and Carolyn (1956). Along with his late sisters, Jim now joins his loving parents, William and Fern (McMahon) Stemmler. He will be fondly remembered by his nieces, nephews, their families and his friends.
A private family service will be held at GILCHRIST CHAPEL – McIntyre & Wilkie Funeral Home, One Delhi Street, Guelph on Sunday March 6th at 2:00 p.m. to celebrate Jim’s life. Cremation has taken place. Interment of cremated remains will take place in Saint Mary’s of Perpetual Hope Cemetery, Hesson, Ontario at a later date. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to CMHA in Jim’s memory. We invite you to leave your memories and donations online at: www.gilchristchapel.com and they will be forwarded to the family.