James "Jim" Wohletz

James “Jim” Edward Wohletz, 80, of Topeka, Kansas, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2024, at his home surrounded by family. Jim was born March 25, 1944, on the farm northwest of Atchison. His parents, Lawrence and Rose (Thurn) Wohletz, preceded him in death as well as three brothers: Lawrence, George and Raphael “Ray.” On July 31, 1965, Jim married Judy Bauman at Holy Name Catholic Church and treasured their 59 years of marriage. He and Judy were blessed with six children: Donna (Steve) - Linwood, KS; Brian - Topeka, Brad (Jodi) - Shawnee, KS, Carla - Topeka, Kevin (Renee) - Topeka, Dana (Talon) – Topeka; 13 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Jim attended St. Louis Catholic Grade School in the Good Intent community. He graduated from Atchison County Community High School in 1962. He then worked for Doniphan County Equipment Company in Troy, KS. From 1965 to 1977, he worked for Noller Ford as a mechanic, receiving numerous awards for his skills. Jim served as a staff sergeant in the National Guard from 1965 to 1969 in Fort Carson, CO, and later became a member of American Legion Post 400 in Topeka, KS. He worked for the US Postal Service vehicle maintenance facility for 27 years before retiring in 2004. After 2004, Jim worked part time for Enterprise Rent A Car as a driver. His involvement in church started early as an altar server. As an adult, he was a regular usher at Sunday Mass, a 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus, Council 8059, and an associate with the Sisters of Charity of Leavenworth KS. He was a long-time member of Holy Name Catholic Church where he served on the Holy Name School Board and later became a member of Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church. Jim loved his Lord and his family above all, followed closely by his love for Ford vehicles, International tractors, and the many cats, dogs and horses he had throughout his life. He made many sacrifices to provide for his family and adored his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Visitation will be at Mother Teresa of Calcutta Church on Friday, December 20, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. followed by the rosary at 7:00 p.m. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Saturday, at 11 a.m. at the Church. Private burial of the cremains will be at St. Louis Catholic Cemetery, Atchison, Kansas at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mater Dei Catholic Parish (formerly Holy Name Church), Corita’s Corner Sandwich Ministry, or Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic Church, and sent in care of Kevin Brennan Family Funeral Home, 2801 SW Urish Road, Topeka KS 66614. Condolences may be sent online at www.kevinbrennanfamily.com

James "Jim" Wohletz

March 25, 1944 - December 13, 2024