In Remembrance Of
James William “Jim” Niland
James William “Jim” Niland, 76, of Dearborn, MO passed away at home on April 26, 2017.
He was born on April 12, 1941 in Watertown, Wisconsin. Jim grew up in Dearborn, MO and graduated from North Platte High School in 1959.
After his graduation, he enlisted in the US Army. He was honorably discharged three years later after serving as a missile crewman.
After his graduation, he enlisted in the US Army. He was honorably discharged three years later after serving as a missile crewman.
Jim’s civilian career included MO State Highway Department, Dearborn, MO; Platte-Clay Electric Coop, Platte City, MO; Creamery Package, Ft. Atkinson, WI; Platte
County Road District, Platte City, MO; Haydite Plant, New Market, MO and Johnson Controls, St. Joseph, MO where he retired in 2003 as a fork lift
operator after 23 years of service.
County Road District, Platte City, MO; Haydite Plant, New Market, MO and Johnson Controls, St. Joseph, MO where he retired in 2003 as a fork lift
operator after 23 years of service.
Jim married Patricia Dovel on January 15, 1972. They built their home outside Dearborn where they raised their son, Jamie and daughter Jennifer.
Jim was a nature lover and proudly spent time caring for his purple martin colony and bluebird box trail. He enjoyed camping, fishing, traveling and spending time with his family.
He was preceded in death by his son, James W. Jr.; mother Arlene Mae Billett Singleton; father William James Niland; in-laws L.B. and Laura Dovel; and his
beloved dog Buck.
beloved dog Buck.
He is survived by his wife Patty, of the home; daughter Jennifer (Phil) Reffitt; grandchildren Hannah, Michael, and Taylor all of Raytown, MO; sister Terry (Willie) Williams; brother Shelby (Sarah) Singleton all of Dearborn, MO; brothers-in-law Frank (Vicky), Jim and Joe (Tracy) Dovel, all of Dearborn; sister-in-law Sue (John) Kempt, Wallace, MO; a beloved cousin Shirley Hulbert, Ft. Atkinson, WI; numerous other relatives and friends.
Memorial Service: 4:00 p.m. Sunday, April 30th with visitation following until 6:00 p.m. all at New Market Christian Church
In lieu of flowers, donations to Community Food Network, Dearborn, MO
Arrangements by Hixson-Klein Funeral Home, Gower
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18 comments
Eleanor Alley
Dear Pat and Jennifer, there never are any right words to express this sympathy. Please just know that I wish you well and that you can remember the good times together with Jim.
Mrs Harold STUBBS
My late husband and I New JIM for many years .Sorry for your loss. Mrs Jo Ellen (Stagner) STUBBS,
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Cherie Hsll
Sorry just isn’t enough,no words can help. But Prayers and leaning on family and friends will. All my love to you all.
Martha Green
Patty,
Keeping you close in my prayers in your time of loss. Jim was a kind and caring person. I won’t ever forget the camping recipes you all shared with me and the Trash can turkey stand Jim made for me.
With Deepest Sympathy,
Martha Green
Shirley Hulbert
You have my deepest sympathy. We will all miss Jim.
Cindy Molini
Sending great love, strength and peace to you Patty – and all your family. You will continue to be in my prayers. Jim has had such love and joy in his life. That love will continue. God bless.
Molly Beale
I’m so sorry for your loss. Jim was such a gentle soul, and I always enjoyed visiting with him. I know those birds are going to miss him! Hugs and prayers from the Beale’s to the whole family. Thinking of you all!
Donna Foster
So sorry to hear of your loss. Will be praying for strength and peace for your family. ❤️
Connie McCauley Jobes
So sorry for your loss.
Peggy Harmon
Patty and Jennifer and family I’m so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I know you will miss him tremendously. He was a great guy. I won’t be able to be at the service but you’ll be in my thoughts and prayers.
Amy and Linda Landes
Mom and I are very sorry for your loss. We will remember all of the good times we had with Jim and rest of the family. Jim was a great man!
Janine Carter
I’m so sorry about the loss of such a wonderful person. Jennifer I know how much you and your mother must be hurting. You are all in my prayers.
Peggy Torno
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Pat, I am so sorry for the loss of your wonderful husband. I hope you find comfort in your memories, family and friends.
Len Brott
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Susie Hanway
Patty and family I’m so sorry to hear of Jims passing, he was a kind and wonderful person. Hugs and prayers to you all.
Eva E. Husted
So sorry to hear that Jim passed! I will keep you and your family in my prayers!
Linda Smitf
Patty, you and family are in my thoughts and prayers are with ya’ll. May God Bless and keep you. Much love , Linda
Cindy Hardin
Jim was a sweet gentle man who I had the pleasure of getting to know a little. He dearly loved his wife and family. My deepest sympathy to you Jennifer and Pat. I know you will miss him so much. Terry and I can’t be there but we will be thinking and praying for you during the difficult days ahead.