January 6, 2022 at 6:34 p.m.
James “Jim” J. Bilke
Jim moved to Mukwonago and began working at American Motors Corporation. He became the supervisor of Industrial Engineering until the plant closed and then continued his career with Chrysler Motors until he retired in 1989. Jim really enjoyed his many years in the automotive industry.
After retiring Jim moved to Sayner for a few years then moved to Eagle River. He was an amateur ham radio operator for years. Jim enjoyed hunting, fishing, and traveling as well as watching and going to car races and shows.
Jim was an avid fan of Wisconsin sports, especially the Green Bay Packers which he prided himself on being a great “armchair coach.” Jim belonged to Ducks Unlimited and Whitetail Unlimited in which he enjoyed going to their banquets. He was also a member of the Saint Germain PrimeTimers and enjoyed the activities and travel that he did with the group. Many can agree that Jim was a very hard-working man. While living in Eagle River he worked part-time in construction, bartending and at the Pamida and Shopko stores.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and son, Scott. Jim is survived by his wife Dana and her two children Joyce Daun (Jeff) of Mesquite, Nev, and Kelly Adams (Susan) of Janesville; Jim’s daughters Lori Prochniak (Kevin) of Port Washington and Lynn Dybul (Jay) of West Bend. Grandchildren Andryw, Michael and Zoey of Janesville and Amanda, Andrea and Adam of Port Washington, and Taylor and Zachary of West Bend, and great-granddaughter Adalyn of Port Washington. Jim will be greatly missed by all. A celebration of life will be held in Spring of 2022. Bolger Cremation and Funeral Services are helping with the arrangements www.bolgerfuneral.com to send condolences.
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