James "Jim" Rossow
February 05, 2018
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James Richard Rossow
Of Des Moines, Iowa
James “Jim” Rossow, age 68, passed away on Monday, February 5, 2018. Jim was born on January 25, 1950 in Des Moines, Iowa.
Jim graduated from North High class of ‘68 and went on to University of Northern Iowa, and later transferred to Iowa State where he graduated in ‘72. Jim was a member of SAE fraternity. Jim was a perfectionist who took great pride in his work as a carpenter and owned his own business. Everyone knew Jim as an avid sports fan enjoying the Bears and especially the Cubs. Above all, he treasured time spent with his family.
He is survived by his loving wife of 22 ½ years, Sandy; children, Tara Rossow, Jaime (Craig Lonneman) Fisher, Bill (Tracy) Hutchinson, Paula (DeAnna) Comstock, and Bruce (Lorre) Hutchinson; grandchildren, Nate Fisher, Cade Fisher, Nic (Brett) Hutchinson, Whitnie Hutchinson, Kolby Hutchinson, and Michael Dalton; and a host of extended family and friends.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Dena Rossow; daughter, Lisa Rossow; sister, Vicky Jacobs; and his beloved dog, Tar.
Visitation will be held from 5 to 7 p.m., Sunday, February 11, 2018 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m., Monday, February 12, 2018 also at the funeral home followed by burial at Oralabor Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in memory of Jim.
Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Bruce And Lorre Hutchinson
02/13/2018
Ohhh Dad, you are already missed..terribly. We wish we would have told you more often how much We love you. You have taught many people many things. You made a great impact on this world. Thank you. We know you have returned to the light to create a special place for ALL of us when we join you. With Gallons of love. BnL
Walter 'Pink' Reed
02/11/2018
Sorry for your loss. Worked around Jim back in the 70s when he was a trim carpenter for Jack Cline. Always happy to have a conversation and was a great guy.
Bev Barsness McAlpin
02/11/2018
My thoughts and prayers are with Jim's family. He was so much fun in high school and he will be missed by the class of '68.
Mary Gutierrez
02/11/2018
My sincere condolences to the family. May GOD's word comfort you at this time of sorrow. Isaiah 26:19; Rev.21:4,5.
Connie Martin Klockentager
02/10/2018
I remember Jim from high school. Jim was always kind and soft spoken. A friend to all. Sincerely sympathy to his family. He is missed.
Jack Judge
02/10/2018
Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jim was a great guy and also there to help. You will have good things to remember about him
Dennis Minear
02/09/2018
True friend, true gentleman, through the highs and lows of our lives. Jim's friendship will be sorely missed.
Doc
02/07/2018
I am so very sorry for your loss. Jim was an amazing guy and I think what I'll remember most about him was how he would always seem to get the last word, but barely audible and if you did catch it, you'd be laughing your butt off. I know he will live on in all of you. Special hugs to Sandy. Love and miss you guys.