James C. McGill Valparaiso, Indiana Obituary

James C. McGill

<p>James C. McGill, 93, of Valparaiso, Indiana was born in Chicago, IL on May 8, 1928 and passed away on March 9, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Jim is survived by his wife of 70 years, Johanna (Bauer) McGill, and his three children, Margaret Paris, Catherine (Guy) Gangi and Charlie (Kelly) McGill. He has 11 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Jim attended Culver Military summer school and graduated from Valparaiso University. He served in the US army from 1951-53. Jim retired in 1993 as Chairman Emeritus at McGill Mfg. Co. where he had worked for over 30 years. He was a long time member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and a former ILS board member. He was very active his entire adult life in Valparaiso community, civic, and professional organizations: Jim served on Porter County YMCA board, was a member of Valparaiso Rotary Club, Valpo Chamber of Commerce, Porter Co. United Fund, and Elks Lodge 500. He served on VU board of directors (12 years), was an Indiana State Chamber director, First National Bank director, member of Electrical Manufacturers Club, and director of National Association of Manufacturers. Jim was a consummate croquet player. He enjoyed playing in the summers at his home in Wequetonsing, MI and in the winters at Gasparilla Inn and Club in Boca Grande, FL. He loved the outdoors and sports, was an avid tennis and golf player. Everyone who has met Jim has a story. He was a fun loving, kind and generous man who will forever be in our fondest memories. Visitation will be held on Monday, March 14, 2022, 10 AM to 1 PM at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 1700 N. Monticello Park Drive, Valparaiso. Funeral Services will be at 1:00 PM at the church with Rev. Andrew Fields officiating. Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery, Valparaiso. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Immanuel Lutheran Church.&nbsp;</p>
May 8, 1928 - March 9, 202205/08/192803/09/2022
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Jim and Audie Robertson
March 12, 2022
Jim was truly one of the good guys. We are thankful every day he and his lovely bride raised Charlie to be the man he is. My cousin Audie and I did not know him well but we realize his giving spirit every day.
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Judy Barnett
March 12, 2022
Dear McGill family,
So sorry for the loss of your husband, father and grandfather. He was a kind and generous man.
Judy Barnett
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Kendra Thorgren Casselman
March 11, 2022
Margie & family---thoughts & prayers...from Kendra Thorgren Casselman
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Love, Kerry, Jamie, and Haley
March 11, 2022
Our deepest condolences to the McGill family. Wrapping our arms around you all in spirit. Sending you love and strength.
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Deb Koeppen
March 11, 2022
I always enjoyed Jim and was appreciative of the time I worked at McGill. Brad and I hold you all in thought and prayer.
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The staff at Bartholomew Funeral Home
March 10, 2022
We plant this tree as a living memorial to James. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
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