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James Anthony “Jim” Goeser

Birth	:	8 Aug 1940 Defiance, Shelby County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	3 Jul 2017 Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Harlan Cemetery, Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate	:	41.6594505, -95.3281403
Description	:	James (Jim) Anthony Goeser was born in Defiance, Iowa to Bruno and Mildred (Weiland) Goeser on August 8, 1940. He left this world on July 3, 2017, at the age of 76 years, 10 months, and 25 days. Family-first, faith, hard work, leadership, generosity, and humility were among Jim’s finest qualities. Jim began working at the Defiance Locker when he was just 14 years old. He graduated from St. Paul’s High School in Defiance in 1958. At the age of 20, Jim bought the Defiance Locker and changed the name to Jim’s Market and Locker. On December 2, 1961, Jim married Janet... Read More	James (Jim) Anthony Goeser was born in Defiance, Iowa to Bruno and Mildred (Weiland) Goeser on August 8, 1940. He left this world on July 3, 2017, at the age of 76 years, 10 months, and 25 days. Family-first, faith, hard work, leadership, generosity, and humility were among Jim’s finest qualities. Jim began working at the Defiance Locker when he was just 14 years old. He graduated from St. Paul’s High School in Defiance in 1958. At the age of 20, Jim bought the Defiance Locker and changed the name to Jim’s Market and Locker. On December 2, 1961, Jim married Janet Mitzel at Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Manilla. To this union, four children were born: Christopher, Cari, Jay, and Jeffrey. In their 55 ½ years of marriage, Jim and Jan glided across many dance floors, led a successful business, raised outstanding children, doted on grandchildren, delighted in great-grandchildren, and walked countless miles together - literally and figuratively. In 1965, the Goeser family moved from Defiance to Harlan and added another business, “Jim’s Wholesale Meats.” Eventually, Jim sold the Defiance business and expanded Harlan operations. He gave not only his children, but also many other young people, their first jobs. Jim sold the business in 2008 and retired in 2009. While never seeking accolades, many were given to Jim, including, “1977 Harlan Citizen of the Year,” for his tireless efforts establishing the Harlan Little League Baseball Program. He served as president of the Iowa Meat Processors Association and always made time to give back to Harlan, volunteering in positions with the Harlan Chamber of Commerce, St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Harlan Industrial Foundation, and the Harlan Parks and Recreation. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; son Chris; granddaughters Alexi Goeser and Katie Kernes; and beloved brothers Paul and Frank Goeser. Survivors include his wife, Jan Goeser; daughter Cari (Glenn) Kernes of Overland Park, Kansas; son Jay (Mary Beth) Goeser of Norwalk, Iowa; son Jeff (Chris) Goeser of Omaha, Nebraska; daughter-in-law Holly Naramore of Bauxite, Arkansas; seven grandchildren and one step-grandson; three great-grandchildren and three step-great grandchildren; siblings Edward (Marilyn) Goeser, Leo (Janie) Goeser, John Goeser, Mary Griffin, Theresa (Lawrence) Fedewa, Alice Goeser, and Larry Goeser; and sisters-in-law Debbie Goeser and Mary Lou Goeser; and other friends and family. Jim loved quietly and gave generously to his wife, children, grandchildren, siblings, friends, and community. Make a little noise the next time you watch the Yankees, the Cyclones, and the Packers. He’ll be cheering with you. Burial - 7 July 2017 - Harlan Cemetery - Harlan, Iowa From www.pauleyjones.com

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James Anthony “Jim” Goeser's memorial is located at: Harlan Cemetery, Harlan, Shelby County, USA.
When did James Anthony “Jim” Goeser death?
James Anthony “Jim” Goeser death on 3 Jul 2017 in Council Bluffs, Pottawattamie County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 41.6594505
Longitude: -95.3281403

Family Members:

Parent

Bruno John Goeser

(1905 - 1965)

Mildred Katherine Weiland Goeser

(1903 - 1985)

Siblings

Leo James Goeser

(1933 - 2021)

Paul Arthur Goeser

(1947 - 1995)

Children

Christopher Alan “Chris” Goeser

(1963 - 1989)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Harlan Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6594505, -95.3281403

2. Lincoln Township Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6422005, -95.4028015

3. Folck Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6198000, -95.2456000

4. Fairview Township Cemetery
Corley, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5856500, -95.3207500

5. Saint Boniface Cemetery
Westphalia, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7219009, -95.3944016

6. Rose Hill Cemetery
Kirkman, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7317009, -95.2767029

7. Bowmans Grove Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6617012, -95.2130966

8. Lee Cemetery
Shelby, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5555450, -95.2974981

9. Cuppys Grove Cemetery
Harlan, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5643997, -95.2561035

10. Slates Cemetery
Kirkman, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7605000, -95.2521000

11. Jacksonville Cemetery
Jacksonville, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6488647, -95.1700211

12. Danway Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7296982, -95.1900024

13. Cass Township Cemetery
Portsmouth, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6272115, -95.4958362

14. Jacobson Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5277700, -95.2988900

15. Saint Marys Cemetery
Panama, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7332993, -95.4811020

16. Olson Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5275002, -95.3806000

17. Washington Township Cemetery
Panama, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7305984, -95.4867020

18. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Earling, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7797012, -95.4207993

19. Heine Cemetery
Shelby, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.5277500, -95.4033000

20. Red Line Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7178574, -95.1517029

21. Michaelsen Cemetery
Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7124000, -95.1463500

22. Saint Mary's Cemetery
Portsmouth, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.6519012, -95.5233002

23. Oak Hill Cemetery
Irwin, Shelby County, USA
Coordinate: 41.7813988, -95.2074966

24. Graceland Cemetery
Avoca, Pottawattamie County, USA
Coordinate: 41.4935989, -95.3368988