1935
James
2016
James “Jim” Prosper Van Herreweghe
April 10, 1935 — June 21, 2016
Van Herreweghe, James “Jim” Prosper, passed away on June 21, 2016 at the age of 81. Jim served in the United States Air Force from 1955 honorably discharged in 1959. Jim retired from TWA airlines in 1997. Jim was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents with whom he had a very strong bond.
Born April 10, 1935 in Detroit, MI to Jeanne M. (nee: Anthoons) and John F. Van Herreweghe. He was educated in Michigan. Always an aircraft enthusiast he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1954 and served as a member of 307th bomb squad in Strategic Air Command. This Cold War Veteran was honorably discharged February 2, 1959. Jim obtained his A&P license and began his career with airlines. He worked for Pan American, Ozark and retired from TWA in 1997. Jim also served in Air National and Army National Guard.
Jim married Catherine Pesek September 13, 1958 and they raised three wonderful children together. James P. Van Herreweghe, Christa (Dave Dixon) Van Herreweghe and Sidney Van Herreweghe. He enjoyed the lives of his grandchildren, Tara Overby, Karry (fiancé Rafael Matos) Van Herreweghe, Laura (Justin) Deatherage, Mona Meahan (fiancé Jake Krohn), Jennifer (Josh) Morales, Michael Van Herreweghe, Megan Richter and Joseph Van Herreweghe. Great-grandchildren Gavin, Krystopher, Jordan, and Anna. There was nothing Jim couldn’t do- he was a jack of all trades and mastered most of them. Jim was capable of fixing impossible mechanical problems. He was never judgmental, always accepting and chatted with all who crossed his path. Everyone felt welcome and comfortable in his presence and enjoyed his cheerful disposition. He was always eager to help anyone that needed assistance.
No job was too big or too small Jim was skilled in wood working, sketching, and doing intricate work on jewelry. He enjoyed building and flying radio controlled model airplanes and was a Member of the Wright Flyers Model Airplane Club.
In retirement he enjoyed the escapades of his grandchildren and they chided him for being the best teller of the worst jokes.
Private services will be held. Memorials may be made to Humane Society of Missouri or your local animal shelter.
Born April 10, 1935 in Detroit, MI to Jeanne M. (nee: Anthoons) and John F. Van Herreweghe. He was educated in Michigan. Always an aircraft enthusiast he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force in 1954 and served as a member of 307th bomb squad in Strategic Air Command. This Cold War Veteran was honorably discharged February 2, 1959. Jim obtained his A&P license and began his career with airlines. He worked for Pan American, Ozark and retired from TWA in 1997. Jim also served in Air National and Army National Guard.
Jim married Catherine Pesek September 13, 1958 and they raised three wonderful children together. James P. Van Herreweghe, Christa (Dave Dixon) Van Herreweghe and Sidney Van Herreweghe. He enjoyed the lives of his grandchildren, Tara Overby, Karry (fiancé Rafael Matos) Van Herreweghe, Laura (Justin) Deatherage, Mona Meahan (fiancé Jake Krohn), Jennifer (Josh) Morales, Michael Van Herreweghe, Megan Richter and Joseph Van Herreweghe. Great-grandchildren Gavin, Krystopher, Jordan, and Anna. There was nothing Jim couldn’t do- he was a jack of all trades and mastered most of them. Jim was capable of fixing impossible mechanical problems. He was never judgmental, always accepting and chatted with all who crossed his path. Everyone felt welcome and comfortable in his presence and enjoyed his cheerful disposition. He was always eager to help anyone that needed assistance.
No job was too big or too small Jim was skilled in wood working, sketching, and doing intricate work on jewelry. He enjoyed building and flying radio controlled model airplanes and was a Member of the Wright Flyers Model Airplane Club.
In retirement he enjoyed the escapades of his grandchildren and they chided him for being the best teller of the worst jokes.
Private services will be held. Memorials may be made to Humane Society of Missouri or your local animal shelter.
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