James was a member of St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. He was a Chicago Cubs fan and avid pool player. In his working days James was a salesman for various printing companies, Potlatch and Perry Printing Company to name a few. His last job before retirement was as regional marketing manager for MedaSTAT. After retirement, James enjoyed attending car shows and restoring his 1957 Ford Victoria.
Surviving are his daughters; Julie (Paul) Cooper, Jennifer (Kevin) O’Donnell; grandchildren, James Cooper, and Eva O’Donnell.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Judy Heimberger; siblings, William Heimberger, Donald Heimberger, Mary Hinch, and Margaret Sumonka.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, 4916 Trier Road, and Fort Wayne, IN 46815. Visitation one hour prior.
Visitation will be from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm, Friday, January 18, 2019 at D.O. McComb and Sons Maplewood Park, 4017 Maplecrest Road, Fort Wayne, IN 46815.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association.