James J. Seliga
December 28, 1949 -
December 29, 2016
US Veteran
James J. Seliga, age 67 of Kenosha, passed on Thursday, December 29, 2016 at his residence.
Born in Kenosha on December 28, 1949, he was the son of the late Stephen and Hedwig (Prostko) Seliga. Jim attended St. Casimir’s Grade School and was a 1968 graduate of St. Joseph’s High School. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing from Carthage College.
From 1968 to 1974, he honorably served our country in the United States Army and achieved the rank of Sergeant.
After beginning his career in real estate working for IJ Bear, he transitioned to the lumber and building industry where he dedicated much of his life. He was employed with City Lumber, Southport Lumber, Big Buck and Stock Building until his retirement.
In his younger days, Jim was a bass guitarist in the local band circuit. He was a member of The Fabulous Fury’s and Freeway. He was a former member of the Rotary Club of Kenosha-West. Jim loved his family and adored his grandchildren. Many happy memories were made taking his family on vacations, camping and taking car trips. He was an avid Packer and Brewer fan. He enjoyed running, biking, racquetball and handball. He liked playing baseball in his younger years and was thrilled to pitch a No Hitter. Jim was also known to be quite artistic, creating many handcrafted items that included pottery, stained-glass and sketches.
He will always be remembered by his two children Christopher (Kelly) Seliga and Rachel (Joseph) Heidel; his five grandchildren, Christopher and Ava Seliga, Brittney Seliga-Reget, Maxwell Tindall and Myles Heidel; his brother, Stephen (Kathleen) Seliga; his former wife, Gail Foreman; and his nieces and numerous other relatives and friends.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his sister, Dolores (James) Ruggaber.
Service Info
In accordance with Jim’s wishes, private funeral services will be held.
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Mark McCarthyJim was extremely helpful to me when I started pricing and expediting new home construction. We spent a lot of time together going over different ways to do things to maintain quality and economy. Jim was extremely knowledgeable about his business and was always more than willing to share his knowledge and experience and he did it professionally and made it fun and interesting. We became friends and I always enjoyed meeting up with Jim to talk and catch up. He was just a very good and cheerful person to know and I am very sad we can't catch up again. Jim is somebody I'll always remember. My sincere condolences to all his family and many friends.
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William HoltonMy deepest sympathy to Jim's family and friends. I haven't kept up with Jim for many years but I'll remember him for constantly being a source of energy and having something fun to say while working at City Lumber despite there being a lot of work to do and some tough times. My father, Ray Holton, thought highly of him. Bill Holton
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Gary &Sue GarvinVery sad to hear of Jim's passing. I know how much his family meant to him.He was a great friend. We still talked every week.He will be missed by his true friends.Condolences to the Family
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Maryjoy MadrigranoMy prayers and deepest sympathies to all. Jim was a really great guy
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Diane IstvanekPlease know that you are in my thoughts and prayers wishing you comfort and strength as you mourn the loss of your dearly beloved family member, James. May you be blessed with peace and comfort in this time of sorrow. With deepest sympathy, Diane Istvanek
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Tony StellaMiss you already Jimmy. We had many laughs in our younger days. I will always remember spirited racquetball matches at the "Y" and BAC and Abbey Springs. Hope you are now on top of the "Mountain "! Rest peacefully my friend.
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Michael De FazioTo the James Seliga family I went to St. Joe's with Jim. I was a class ahead of him, however, but I knew him well. He always was so friendly with everybody as well as having a great attitude, sense of humor, a smile and an all around nice talented guy. My sincere condolences to the family. He will be remembered in our prayers. Even though he and Gail divorced later on they made the perfect couple while in high school. By the way Rachel, my wife had you as a student and remembers you very well. Again our thoughts and prayers are with the whole family. His music will play on. Sincerely, Mike and Teri De Fazio
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Cyndy (Tenuta) GarciaDear Gail, children, grandchildren, and Jimmy's brother, Steve, Knew Jimmy growing up and attending Saint Casimir/ Saint Joseph school. Also, knew his sister, Delores pretty well. So very sorry for your loss of friend, father, brother. God's grace and peace be with you all through this time.
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Ms. Deborah F. LarsenMy deepest sympathy to Jim's family. He was such a good guy in our high school days, and I remember him fondly. So many of our high school good guys are gone already, so many. Also, Gail, I know this is hard on you too. My condolences to you.
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Cheryl JankowskiOur sincere sympathy to Rachel, Chris and families. Eddie and I were very saddened to learn of your Dad's passing. He truly was a nice guy and, no doubt, will be missed by all of you. Those old 16th Avenue boys were the best of friends for a lot of years. We will keep your families in our thoughts and prayers and hope that time will help you heal. Our condolences to Steve and Kathy, also. Thinking of everyone. Sincere Sympathy, Eddie & Cheryl Jankowski
My prayers and thoughts are with the family ! So sad to here this , he was always kind and we had a lot of fun in high school and after ! I cut his hair for many years ! When ever I was building anything Jimmy would be the one to go to ! Also condolences for his long time companion Andrea !
