James Marvin, "Jim" Lewtich

He was born in chicago, IL September 19, 1946 the son of Marvin and Joan (Maksymowycz) Lewtich. His parents, his first wife, Janna, his son Brandon, and a grandson, Drew Luedtke preceded him in death.

Surviving are his wife, Mary Lou Lewtich, his step-son Edwin E. "Ed" (wife Joni Paige) Fliege, his step-daughter, Laurel Fliege Leudtke both of Springfield, his grandchildren; Anastasia (husband Lee) Brown of Brooklet, GA, Emerson (Kelsy Broers) James of Springfield, Ben (Jett) Luedtke of Fayetteville, AR, his granddaughter-iin-law, Trisha Luedtke of Algonquin, IL, two great grandchildren; Hazel Brown and Brooklyn Luedtke, as well as several cousins.

Jim earned his masters degree in structural engineering from the University of Illinois, Champaign-Urbana. He served in the Chicagoland area for many years before retiring in 2007. He was a diehard Chicago Bears and Cubs fan, standing true through the tough years. He was also a very accomplished gourmet cook and griller. He was of the catholic faith.

Cremation Rites have been accorded. Private family services will be held at a later date.

Those who wish may direct memorial contributions in his memory to the National Aphasia Association, Inc

5448 Apex Peakway Drive Suite 232 Apex, NC 27502

Arrangements are in the care of Bisch Funeral Home. 217-544-5424