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James "Jim" Rezabek

James "Jim" Rezabek

August 3, 1938 - September 11, 2024


Visitation

  • Date: September 17, 2024
  • Time: 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
  • Location: Sacred Heart Catholic Church - Osage, Iowa

Funeral Service

  • Date: September 17, 2024
  • Time: 11:00 a.m.
  • Location: Sacred Heart Catholic Church - Osage, Iowa

Burial

  • Location: Sacred Heart Cemetery - Osage, Iowa

James “Jim” Rezabek, age 86, of Osage, Iowa, passed away on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, at St. Mary’s in Rochester, MN. Jim was born August 3, 1938, the son of James Sr. and Marie (Jakoubek) Rezabek. Jim graduated from New Haven High School and worked for Oliver/White Farm for 33 years, and Eaton Corporation for seven years. Among other things, he ran Jim’s East End Grocery. A skilled and self-taught farmer, sheep shearer, mechanic, carpenter, and handyman, Jim was renowned for his ability to tackle any project with expertise and creativity. Jim especially enjoyed woodworking and created many beautiful pieces that he shared with friends and family. Jim was married to Ann Rezabek (Freund) for 65 years, father to Ron Rezabek (Kathy), Lori Hagen (Bill), Dennis Rezabek (Henry), Cathy Newton (Ray), Christi Carr, grandfather to 10, great-grandfather to 12, and a cherished friend to many. Preceding him in death were his parents James Sr. and Marie, in-laws, Lawrence and Christina Freund, two brothers, three sisters, two brothers-in-law, one nephew, and son-in-law Brian Carr. Jim will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who were fortunate enough to know him. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the American Cancer Society, or Sacred Heart Church. A Funeral Mass will be held at 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, September 17, 2024, at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Osage, with Father Raymond Burkle officiating. Burial will be held at the Sacred Heart Cemetery. Visitation will be held from 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m., Tuesday prior to the service. Champion Funeral Home of Osage is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed to the family online at www.schroederfuneralhomes.com.

 

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Dave and Jan Klapperich

September 19, 2024 - 3:03 PM

Ann: Sorry we couldn't make it down for the service. Know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers Jan & Dave


Scott and Nicole, Jake and Cade Meyer

September 16, 2024 - 1:21 PM

Thoughts and prayers to you all.


Virginia Bode Garber

September 15, 2024 - 7:35 PM

I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing he was a great friend to my family (Paul and Dixie)and me . May your memories help you all through this time.


Linda Griffin

September 15, 2024 - 3:59 PM

Jim was such a nice person. He always had a smile! He will be missed!




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