James Phillip Lemberger passed away on Thursday October 10, 2013 at the age of 73 due to complications from peritoneal mesothelioma at Stanford Medical Center.

Jim was born August 23, 1940 in Cato, WI. He was the son of the late Joe and Evelyn Lemberger. He was one of eleven children. He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Pauline Lemberger; father to Lori and Steve Jeske, Steve and Barb Lemberger, Lisa Lemberger Low, Kristy and Mitch Bourdet. He was the grandfather to Stephen, Christopher and Justin Jeske, Jimmy and Stevie Lemberger, Chrissy Ivory and Jessica Morin, Trent and Brandon Low, Lacey and Jake Bourdet. Brother of Laverne (Dwayne) Harms, Joanne Lemberger, Leroy (Penny) Lemberger, Jane (Ed) Nieckula, Maryann Wilson, Doris (Ken) Sosa, Margie Langley, Betty (Nestor) Perez, Lois (Dave) Theobald, and Kathleen Lemberger (Jeffrey Brock). He is also survived by his in-laws Betty and Charlie Elder, Roger and Kathy Santos and his special Aunt Dorothy Chiesa and many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held 2:00 pm on Friday, October 18, 2013 at St. Mary Church in Gilroy.

The Family would like to thank all the family and friends who have been so supportive during Jim's illness throughout this difficult time. Your kindness, love, meals, phone calls and hugs have been very much appreciated.