James S. Zaucha
October 22, 1968 -
January 5, 2022
James (Jim) Steven Zaucha waited not a moment to run into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on January 5, 2022 after a very brief illness. Jim was born on October 22, 1968 to Edwin and Gertrude Zaucha and grew up in Mundelein IL. He graduated from Illinois State University in 1991 with a B.S. degree in Industrial Technology / SEQ Construction. Jim accepted Jesus into his heart in 1996 while attending Cornerstone Community Church. His passion to live for the Lord was evident to family and friends. Jim was an avid fisherman and loved to be on the water … small lakes or Lake Michigan … it didn’t matter, as long as he was catching fish! At the time of Jim’s passing, he was employed by Allstate Insurance Company, Claims.
Jim married the love of his life (Judy Ptasienski) on July 11, 1998. Their marriage and their commitment to Jesus were their gift to each other. Both Jim and Judy were members of the Worship Team at Cornerstone … Judy sang and Jim played the drums, both using their gifts for the Lord.
Jim is survived by his wife, Judy; his mother, Gertrude; his brother, Gary (Sugar) Zaucha; his sister Nancy (Gary) Grede and many nieces and nephews. Jim was preceded in death by his father, Edwin; his brother Russell (Sharon) Zaucha and his brother Dennis (Kathie) Zaucha.
Jim and Judy’s deepest prayer is that God will use Jim’s passing and the miraculous stories of God’s goodness in their lives to bring others to faith in Jesus.
Psalm 116:15 “Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of his faithful servants.”
Service Info
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held 12:00 p.m. at Cornerstone Community Church, Wadsworth IL, 40413 N Delany Rd, Wadsworth, IL on Saturday, March 26, 2022.
Judy, you are in my thoughts and prayers, may you find comfort and peace in the Arms of God
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Thomas KrupaTo my dear cousin, may Jim finally rest from his earthly responsibilities and enjoy the peace and joy of Jesus and heaven . .
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Pam FlyPlease accept my family heartfelt condolences to you and your family. May God's love and peace be with you always!
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Jammie RevellMy deepest sympathy goes out to the family and friends of Jim. It was a great pleasure to have worked with Jim at Allstate. We had many conversations on our claims and he would always end the call with "you take care". He was one of the most pleasant, caring and upbeat to talk to and always encouraged me to do more. Wishing his family and friends courage and peace during this time of mourning.
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Allen PalenskeWeep, but briefly, for your loved ones as they enter into the Kingdom of God. For they shall possess a joy and peace that is unattainable on God's earthly realm. Rather, rejoice in their everlasting and total happiness, for their eyes have seen God.
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Tapas PattnaikJudy, my sincerest condolences for you at this time. I send my prayers and support to you and your family during this difficult time. Please accept my deepest sympathies to you and your family.
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Don PlantzWe are praying for you, Jim, family and friends. So sorry for your loss, You are in our thoughts.
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Darryl WeatherlyI did not know Jim, but he worked in my department in another part of the country. I'm glad to hear he was faithful and is in heaven with Jesus.
My deepest Sympathies to you and your family Judy. May God's infinite peace, love and joy be with you! Blessings and Love!
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Kavita KandregulaJudy, Please accept my deepest condolences. I shall continually pray for you and your family
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Dan CullenJudy, My prayers to you. In the light of Jim's passing may God grant you the strength to continue the great work of praising him through music and speading his good word. May you forever hold Jim's love for you in your heart and may this comfort you in your times of sorrow and struggle. All the blessings. Dan Cullen and family.
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Barbara and Mark RecklingOur deepest sympathies.
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Ron NoeMy heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of Jim. It was a great pleasure to have worked with him at Allststate for a number of years. He was always upbeat and positive, along with being hardworking and dependable. More than that, he was one of the nicest people I’ve had the pleasure of knowing. I was shocked and saddened at his untimely passing. Peace!
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Adriane R PriceJudy, my condolences to your and your family. Jim was a kind and giving man. I am praying for you and your family during this time. May or Lord and Savior keep you and bring you comfort during this time. Sending you blessings and love.
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Neal WashackI worked with Jim at Allstate and while he was at Thomas Construction, we always spoke about fishing and being on the water. I lost my son to Covid in Feb of 2020, so I understand your loss.
