Died Wednesday June 8, 2022 at Methodist Fremont Health
Jim was born April 17, 1944 in Des Moines, Iowa to Charles and Emma 'Thomas' Redmon. The family moved when Jim was 3 years old to Delhi, Iowa. He graduated from Maquoketa Valley High School in 1962. He then went to the Radio Engineering Institute in Omaha for two years. He worked in Omaha, then for Dale Electronics in Columbus. Jim moved to Fremont in 1970 and started JR Electronics. He enjoyed his electronics and learning about new technology and continued to work until his death.
On March 9, 1974 Jim married LaNette Legband at Bluffs Trinity Church northwest of Fremont.
Jim was a charter member of the American Chronic Pain Association (ACPA). He and LaNette loved to square dance and were members of the Starlight's Square Dancing Club. He was also a member of the State and National Electronic Associations and was a very active member of Calvary United Methodist Church in Fremont. Jim loved to fly airplanes, listen to music and had an interest in old cars.
Survivors:
Wife - LaNette of Fremont
'Munchkins' - Maddie and Jordan
Special cousins and many friends
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, sister Cecelia and infant brother.
The funeral will be 10:30am, Monday, June 13, 2022 at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel in Fremont. Pastor Klint Stewart will officiate. Burial will follow in Memorial Cemetery. Memorials are suggested to Calvary United Methodist Church or donor's choice. Visitation will be Sunday from 2pm to 6pm with the family present from 4pm to 6pm at the Ludvigsen Mortuary Chapel.
Online guestbook at www.Ludvigsenmortuary.com
Condolences(7)
David Kozisek
Chicago, IL Monday, June 13, 2022 Dear LaNetteMy sincere condolences to you on the passing of Jim. You and Jim were always there to care for my mother. Better next door neighbors could not be found.
May God bless you at this time.
Ray & Myrna Meister
Fremont, NE Monday, June 13, 2022 Skilled. Talented. Knowledgeable. Honest, Trustworthy. Dedicated. Helpful. Hard Worker. Cheerful. Generous. Kindhearted. Christian. Technological Wizard. And above all A GOOD MAN and a LIFELONG FRIEND. These qualities I have come to know in the fifty plus years I have known Jim since J.R. Electronics opened and I became the Media Director at Fremont Senior High. There was not a piece of Audio-Visual Equipment that Jim could not repair. And then he met the challenge of the world of computer technology. His knowledge of both hardware and software was incredible. AND, for us old folks, HE MADE HOUSE CALLS. His phone # is attached to our PC's monitor, and is the first one called when Myrna has a problem. LaNette, the world has been a better place with your Jim in it. Please know that we extend our sympathy and share in your loss. Jim will be missed, but he will not be forgotten.Jo Heinz ( Schwanke )
DALLAS, TX Sunday, June 12, 2022 Jim was without a doubt the GO TO GUY for my mother and father's ( Mel and Joey Schwanke ) IT / TECH needs.He was so supportive of their computer requirements and my mom would have been lost without him. His kind nature, his helpful attitude made their continued connectivity possible.
Everyone knew how helpful Jim could be. I know he will be missed by so many.
Sending warm condolences from Dallas. May he rest in peace.
WANDA E KRUGER
Omaha, NE Sunday, June 12, 2022 LaNette: So sorry to read of your loss. Jim was a great guy, both to knew and have a broken project repaired. He was very talented and people-oriented. Prayers.Jamie Getzschman
Elkhorn, NE Saturday, June 11, 2022 Jim did years of work for the Getzschman family. Over the Covid pandemic, Jim took on a small project for me of rebuilding a turn table. I'm positive that he was the only guy that could have returned to me the final product that I received. It is awesome! He had old connections that were able to supply him with "New/Old" stock and give me the newest 40 year old turn table that I could have imagined.. I really enjoyed the time he spent explaining everything to me from the new components of my "new" toy to all of the projects he worked on for my grandparents. He was a great guy and he was full on knowledge. I am very sorry to hear of his passing. My Thoughts and Prayers for LaNette and the Family.Sincerly,
Jamie Getzschman
Eileen & Bob Thornburg
Fremont, NE Saturday, June 11, 2022 Dear LaNette,We met Jim thru his company when he assisted at Midland…& restored a turntable for our home. He was kind, patient, & always smiling.
We are so sorry for your loss.
Eileen & Bob Thornburg
Pat mauch
Fremont, NE Friday, June 10, 2022 Prayers to all, Jim is loved by many, and is missed by many, I’m going to miss his sweet smile, but I’m grateful for Gods promises of peace and paradise, Rest In Peace ❤️