JAMES RAY "JIM" TAMBKE
November 19, 1952 ~ August 12, 2012
James Ray Jim Tambke, 59, of Jefferson City, died Sunday, August 12, 2012, at Capital Region Medical Center.
He was born on November 19, 1952, in Jefferson City, the son of the late Marvin Theron and Frances Elizabeth (Forck) Tambke.
He was united in marriage on October 9, 1971, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Jefferson City, to Mary Kay Heckman who resides at the home.
Jim was co-owner of Town & Country Auto Sales that opened in 1978 and later in 1983 he started Tambke Auto Sales and continued the family Body Shop upon his fathers retirement which he owned and operated till 2010 due to illness.
He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 2693.
Jim loved NASCAR, yard work, and most especially his children and grandchildren.
Other survivors include: three daughters, Janice (Chris) Leroux, Jefferson City; Sheila (Nick) Niekamp, Wardsville; Kelley (Ryan) Buschjost, St. Thomas; ten grandchildren, Devon Tambke, Lindsey Jimenez, Alex Wendel, Cody Wendel, Derick Niekamp, Chelsea Niekamp, Kyle Niekamp, Madilyn Buschjost, Audrey Buschjost, Brody Buschjost; two step-grandchildren, Joshua Leroux and Tyler Leroux; one sister, Shirley June, Ashland; and a niece, Sherri Schramm, Jefferson City.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, August 16, 2012, at St. Peter Catholic Church.
Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery.
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home.
Memorials are suggested to American Heart Association, 915 Country Ridge Dr., Jefferson City, Mo 65109; the Wound Care Center at University Hospital, One Hospital Drive, Columbia, Mo 65212; or to a charity of the donors choice.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
He was born on November 19, 1952, in Jefferson City, the son of the late Marvin Theron and Frances Elizabeth (Forck) Tambke.
He was united in marriage on October 9, 1971, at St. Peter Catholic Church in Jefferson City, to Mary Kay Heckman who resides at the home.
Jim was co-owner of Town & Country Auto Sales that opened in 1978 and later in 1983 he started Tambke Auto Sales and continued the family Body Shop upon his fathers retirement which he owned and operated till 2010 due to illness.
He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and was a member of the Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie No. 2693.
Jim loved NASCAR, yard work, and most especially his children and grandchildren.
Other survivors include: three daughters, Janice (Chris) Leroux, Jefferson City; Sheila (Nick) Niekamp, Wardsville; Kelley (Ryan) Buschjost, St. Thomas; ten grandchildren, Devon Tambke, Lindsey Jimenez, Alex Wendel, Cody Wendel, Derick Niekamp, Chelsea Niekamp, Kyle Niekamp, Madilyn Buschjost, Audrey Buschjost, Brody Buschjost; two step-grandchildren, Joshua Leroux and Tyler Leroux; one sister, Shirley June, Ashland; and a niece, Sherri Schramm, Jefferson City.
Mass of Christian Burial will be 10 a.m. Thursday, August 16, 2012, at St. Peter Catholic Church.
Burial will be in Resurrection Cemetery.
Visitation will be 4-8 p.m. Wednesday at Dulle-Trimble Funeral Home.
Memorials are suggested to American Heart Association, 915 Country Ridge Dr., Jefferson City, Mo 65109; the Wound Care Center at University Hospital, One Hospital Drive, Columbia, Mo 65212; or to a charity of the donors choice.
Those wishing to email tributes or condolences to the family may do so at the www.dulletrimble.com website.
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Jim was a good man and someone I always enjoyed because of his simple and genuine spirit. I am sorry he died so young. Ralph
Kelley and Janice: I am so sorry to hear about your dad! Your family is in my thoughts and prayers!
Dear Family of Jim and Shirley, My sincere sympathy and prayers. Hearing of his death was quite surprising. May fanily, faith and friends be a source of consolation and hope for eternal life. Peace, Dorothy Sanning (cousin of Jim and Shirley)
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I called my Dad, David Meyer Sr. in Florida to let him know. I think he was going to send some flowers to your family. I always liked Jim, he was always a pleasure to visit with when I would see him out. And of course bought a few cars from him too. Jim will be missed by many,and as will think of him often. God Bless your family.David Meyer Jr.
I am so Sorry for your Loss, Jim was a Friend & he will be Missed. I’m Sorry I couldnt Make it to the service due to other commitments.
MaryKay and Shelia-I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers. Please take care.
Mary Kay and family,We were shocked to hear of Jim’s death. We are out of town and won’t be able to see you. We loved having you as neighbors and still miss you. With love, Tom & Judy
so sorry to hear about jim. he was a good friend for a lolng time my prayers are with you all. jim
My sincere sympathy to the entire Tambke family. Jim was a good friend to me, especially after my husband died. I would stop by regularly to visit with him and hear the latest gossip! He advised me on many things and was greatly appreciated! I haven’t seen him for a while, but I will miss him. what a genuinely “nice” man! May Jim Rest in Peace!
Will miss our friend,
We will miss you Jim. Rest in peace.
Mary Kay: You may not remember me, I’m David Hirschman’s sister. We had some really good times with you & Jim. I am so sorry to hear about Jim, but we know he’s in a better place. Our thoughts and prayers are with you & your family.
I knew Jim as a warm spirited person. I can warmly say to the family that we had been friends for many years. As Jim worked to overcome health issues we became closer. I can sincerly say, good bye good friend and I will see you down the road. You will be missed. Garry
I am so saddened by this news. My heart and prayers are with you and your family. May he rest with God now, and have no pain. Love you all.
Mary Kay and family,You have my deepest sympathy and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers.