Service Information
James “Jim” Spille, age 76, of Norwood Young America, Minnesota, passed away Sunday, April 21, 2018, at St. Mary’s Care Center in Winsted, Minnesota.
Memorial Services will be held Monday, April 29, 2019, 11:00 A.M. at All Saints Lutheran Church in Norwood Young America, Minnesota.
Gathering of Family & Friends will be held Sunday, April 28, 2019, from 4:00-7:00 P.M. at the Paul-McBride Funeral Chapel in Norwood Young America, Minnesota, and will continue one hour prior the service at the church on Monday.
Obituary
James “Jim” William Spille was born on December 10, 1942, in Red Wing, Minnesota. He was the son of Robert and Arloine (Marti) Spille. Jim was baptized as an infant and was later confirmed in his faith as a youth at United Lutheran Church in Red Wing. He received his education in Red Wing and was a graduate of the Red Wing High School Class of 1960. Jim furthered his education at the University of North Dakota and University of Minnesota in Mankato earning his Bachelor of Science Degree in Education.
On July 7, 1973, Jim was united in marriage to Mary Kay Zweibohmer by the Justice of the Peace in Willmar, Minnesota. After their marriage, the couple resided in Cosmos and Norwood Young America. James was employed as a teacher in Wasco, California; Cosmos and Norwood Young America, Minnesota, retiring in 2003. Jim and Mary were blessed with 5 children. They shared 45 years of marriage.
Jim was a member of the Norwood Young America Lions Club. After retirement, he served on the District 108 School Board. He enjoyed reading, trivia, going to plays at the Guthrie, and family gatherings. As many would say, there was “only one Jim” – a unique personality able to befriend, listen to, and chat with anyone he met. Jim cherished the time he spent with his family, especially his children and grandchildren.
Jim became a resident of St. Mary’s Care Center in Winsted, Minnesota, in 2017 and passed away there on Sunday, April 21, 2019, at the age of 76 years, 4 months and 11 days. Blessed be his memory.
Jim is survived by his:
Wife, Mary Spille of Norwood Young America, MN;
Children, Katie Spille of Chaska, MN,
Loree Diaz and her husband, Michael, of Bakersfield, CA,
Traci Rueda of Bakersfield, CA,
Carey Wagner and her husband, Matt, of Wasco, CA,
James Spille of Carmel, IN;
Grandchildren, Susan Dunlap, Josh Wagner, Devin Spille, Desirae Spille;
Siblings, Robert Spille and his wife, Beverly, of Casa Grande, AZ,
Thomas Spille of St. Paul, MN,
Jane Hartson and her husband, Jim, of Waltham, MN;
Mother-In-Law, Loretta Zweibohmer of Norwood Young America, MN;
Sister-In-Law, Jean Brodie and her husband, Mark, of Golden, CO;
Nieces, Nephews, Other relatives and many friends.
James was preceded in death by his Parents, Robert and Arloine Spille; Son-In-Law, Pete Rueda; Granddaughter, April Dunlap.
peggy manwarren says
Jim was a great teacher at Cosmos mn he will be missed but treasured prayers and sympathies to Jim Jr and family.
Don and Donna Wolter says
Mary and family,
Our sincere sympathy to you at the loss of Jim. What a LION-hearted man. We always liked to talk to him about his collection of Lion’s pins. He greeted us as a friend and we will never forget that. We are thinking of you and keeping you in our prayers at this time. Jim is walking with Jesus free of pain. He spent Easter with the Lord.
Lions Don and Donna Wolter
Ostara Hollyoak (formerly: Colleen Raske) says
Mary, I was saddened to hear of your loss. My heart goes out to you from across the years & miles. I remember your husband, “Mr. Spille,” fondly. He was a good teacher & a kind, good-natured person.
Anna May Oelfke says
Mary-I know your loss, you and your family are in my prayers. I always enjoyed working on the Lions essays with Jim. He had that certain “wit” that could not be matched.-Lion Anna May Oelfke
Martha Sharpe Pedersy says
My sympathies to the family. Mr.Spille challenged me to read beyond my interests. He was a great teacher.
Janenne Martin Lingl says
Mary, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.I have many wonderful memories of both of you from Cosmos High School, Jim was one of those teachers who left a lasting gift with his students. Praying you find comfort and strength at this difficult time.
Sharon Kolle says
Mary,
Sorry to learn of Jim’s passing. You are in my thoughts. My condolences to you and your family.
Terri (Beasley) Lynaugh says
Mary & Family,
So sorry on the loss of Jim. I have many a fond memory of the two of you and Cosmos High.
Terri (Beasley) Lynaugh
Lion Debbie, Club Secretary says
On behalf of the Winsted Lions Club, we would like to relay our deepest Sympathy to Mary and family. Jim was a great addition to our monthly St Mary’s Breakfast Club and will surely be missed by us and many other. May your family find comfort in our prayers sent your way. God Bless, The Winsted Lions Club.
Mark Dallmann says
Sorry to hear of Mr. Jim’s passing.
He was a great teacher at Cosmos High. He was able to help us learn to think for ourselves and express our opinion. The world lost a Good One to the Ages. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Michele Franzen Berg says
One of my favorite teachers, I picture him always smiling.
Ruth Zweibohmer Balk says
Mary Kay I am so sorry to hear the loss of Jim you will be in my thoughts and prayers and this sad time.
Brad Carlson says
Sorry for your loss. He took the extra time to motivate and help students improve their communication skills! I remember him sharing his stamp collecting and trading hobby with students.
Angie Owens says
Mr. Spille will always be one of those teachers one never forgets ?? He had such a friendly demeanor and he always had a smile ? My deepest condolences to your family during this difficult time. God Bless.
Mark & Carol Lagergren says
Our hearts go out to your family, Mary and Katie.
Jim will be greatly missed. Jim will always be my favorite librarian @ Central! Jim had a heart of gold.
Blessings, Mark & Carol Lagergren
Tim Oelfke says
Mr. Spille was instrumental to the founding of the NYA LEO club and provided expert mentorship during all the years I was a part of it. He had a heart for service that inspired others to do likewise. May the peace of Lord that now surrounds him extend to his family.
-Tim Oelfke