James "Jim" D. Engelmann

Jim was born on November 17, 1943, in Flint, MI. He was the son to George and Vecelia Engelmann.

Jim graduated from Berea High School, Ohio. Then went on to receive his B.S. degree from Cedarville University, 1966. He married his wife, Judy Spear, April 2, 1966. Jim continued his education by receiving a M.B.A. from Central Michigan University.

In 1966 Jim joined the Army, studying and teaching secret communications in Fort Monmouth, NJ and from there he served out his final year in Vietnam.

Jim began his career in 1966 with General Motors. He worked for both Chevrolet Flint Engine and Chevrolet Manufacturing. Over the years Jim's assignments included Saginaw, Ramos Arizpe Engine Plan, Mexico, Director of the Toluca, Mexico Complex, Quality Director and Production Manager for the Powertrain Division's engine plant in Tonawanda, N.Y., then Plant Manager for AC Rochester Division, then closing out his GM career as Plant Manager at Chevrolet Manufacturing, known as The Hole.

Though Jim gave his all to GM, his heart throughout his life was to serve his Savior wherever he was led. While in Mexico, much time was spent encouraging and working with missionaries, doing a weekly Bible Study with some of the GM employees. After retirement, Jim and Judy redirected their lives by spending a year in China, teaching and sharing their Savior's love. Upon coming home, Jim continued to be involved at Emmanuel Baptist Church, teaching Sunday School, mission work with CWE, serving on several Christian boards, Cedarville University, Carriage Town Missions and Lake Ann Baptist Camp.

Today, Jim sits at his Savior's feet.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents George and Vecelia (Boyer) Engelmann and brother Marvin Engelmann.

Jim leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of fifty-eight years, Judy; brother Bob (Sandra) Engelmann; many nieces, nephews and friends.

In honor of Jim, memorial contributions may be made to Lake Ann Camp, PO Box 109, Lake Ann, Michigan, 49650.

A private burial with military honors for Jim will be held at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan.