James Lawrence Wilcox Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Of Eagan, MN passed away peacefully in his sleep at the VA Nursing Home in Minneapolis on Monday, July 6, 2020 at the age of 73 after a multi-year battle with Parkinson’s Disease. Jim was born to parents, Douglas and Helen Wilcox on August 15, 1946 in Minneapolis MN. He was the second of four children and attended Minneapolis North High School and the University of Minnesota. Jim enlisted in the United States Marine Corps on April 21, 1966 and served in the Vietnam War until his discharge April 19, 1968. In November 1968 he was married to Karen Garrels of Pocahontas, IA. After a brief residence in Peoria IL, they moved to the Twin Cities of Minnesota, where Jim resided until his passing. Jim served the majority of his professional career as an accountant and Assistant General Manager for the Mid-America Farms Dairy Cooperative, and then as an independent consultant and computer programmer. His greatest pride came from raising his family of three boys, two daughters from marriage and eight grandchildren. He was a philosopher, poet, author, and lover of the north woods. He will be remembered for his huge heart, sharp wit, mischievous grin, and simple desire to be surrounded by his family, especially his grandchildren. Jim is survived by his three sons, Chad, Charles, and Brent; his “friends for life through marriage”, Karen and Lori; his daughters-in-law, Olivia, Leah and Cecilia; his children through marriage, Breanna and Angela; his brother, Chuck, sister, Kathy; his grandchildren, Gabriella, Coralie, Dylan, Lauren, Madeleine; and his grandchildren through marriage, Bran, Fran and Ada. He is preceded in death by his parents, Douglas and Helen; and his brother ,Pete. Family and Friends, Please join us on Saturday Aug 15th to celebrate the life of Jim Wilcox (8/15/1946 - 7/6/2020). Understanding the COVID concerns of the day, we have reserved a large outdoor pavilion with picnic tables. We encourage you to bring a facemask plus your own lawn chair. Buffet style lunch and refreshments will be provided. Consider this an open invitation to bring your best memories and favorite stories of Jim to share with us all. Food served at 11 am. Military honors at 12 noon. Time: Aug. 15th, 11:00 - 2:00 PM Military Honors at Noon Location: Wabun Shelter C 4655 46th Avenue South Minneapolis, MN 55406 https://www.minneapolisparks.org/_asset/jcyws1/minnehaha_park_picnic_map.pdf Wabun park is directly in front of the Minneapolis VA Home where Dad was a resident, and shelter C is the pavilion closest to the VA Home Parking lot. In lieu of flowers, please consider a monetary or food donation to the Second Harvest Heartland to help feed the hungry. www.2harvest.org

James Lawrence Wilcox

August 15, 1946 - July 6, 2020

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James Lawrence Wilcox

August 15, 1946 - July 6, 2020

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