of Waterford, passed away October 22, 2015 at 50 years of age. Loving husband and best friend of Christa for 14 years; beloved father of Carly, Matthew, Zachary, and Ella. Jim was a 10 year veteran of the US Coast Guard as a chopper crew chief. He recently was working for Lowersquo;s in White Lake as a plumbing specialist. He loved fishing, motor cycling, woodworking and the Coast Guard. A true friend and family man ndash; he was generous and helpful to all who knew him. The most important thing to Jim was his family; his loving wife and four beautiful children. The family would also like to recognize Jimrsquo;s second family at Lowersquo;s for all the friendship, love and support.