Age 86, of Lino Lakes, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2018. Survived by wife, Betty, of 66 years; son, Jim (Leanne); daughters, Kathie and Char (Doug) Rutz; grandsons, Tyler (Samantha), Troy & John; great-granddaughter, Ali; brother, John; sister-in-law, Gert (Chuck) Kadrie; and many nieces, nephews and caring friends. Jim had a great love for his family, friends and life! Special thanks to: Dr. Ge, Fairview Oncology, Dr. Su Anderson & Fairview Chisago Lakes Hospice.Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM Friday, July 27 at ST. JOSEPH OF THE LAKES CATHOLIC CHURCH, 171 Elm St., Lino Lakes. Private interment St. Joseph’s Church Cemetery. Visitation at the church on Friday from 10–11 AM. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred to St. Joseph’s Church (parking lot upgrade) or to Free Bikes for Kids (www.fb4k.org).