Mr. James Edward “Jimmy” Bedel, 72 of Seymour, passed away Wednesday, December 2, 2015, at 5:24 p.m. at Seymour Crossing.
Jimmy was born August 9, 1943, at Battle Creek, Michigan, the son of the late Earl and Rosary (Eager) Bedel.
On March 19, 1976, he married Emma Bedel who survives.
Jimmy was a member of St. Ambrose Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus, and the VFW. He retired in 2000 from Cummins Engine Co. after 33 years of service. Jimmy served in Vietnam from 1966 to 1969 and was a charter member of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Posse. He enjoyed riding his horses, playing with his dog, Rodeo, and spending time with his family and friends.
In addition to his wife, Emma, Jimmy is survived by his son, Michael (Tina) Jaeger, sisters-in-law: Doris Bedel, Edith Beckman and Anne Gay; several cousins: Donald and Sharon Buckles, Eric Buckles, Dawn Eldridge and Elsie Fern Harris; as well as several nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, a step-son, Steven Boling, an infant step-son, Anthony Boling, and a sister, Sara Bedel.
The Mass of Christian Burial will be at St. Ambrose Catholic Church on Friday, December 4, 2015 at 1:00 p.m. with Father Dan Staublin officiating assisted by Deacon Mike East. Burial will follow at Uniontown Cemetery with full military graveside rites conducted by VFW Post 1925, American Legion Post 89, Disabled Veterans 47, Korean and Vietnam Veterans, all of Seymour.
Friends and family may call at the St. Ambrose Catholic Church on Friday from 11:00 a.m. until time of service.
Memorial checks may be written to the donor’s charity of choice.
All funeral arrangements are being handled by Voss Funeral Service in Seymour.
