James J. Amann

Memphis – JAMES JOSEPH AMANN III, 50, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on October 3, 2014. He was a beloved husband, devoted father, cherished son and brother, and respected man. Jim was born on April 22, 1964 to James and Dolores Amann in Cincinnati, Ohio. They raised their red-headed boy in the Northeast before they moved to Memphis, where he meet his wife, Lisa. In 32 years, they fell in love, made a home and raised their four children. A graduate of Christian Brothers College, Jim built Industrial Equipment & Specialties from a one-man show to well established company; he was a member of Hope Church, where he served with a quiet dedication in support for others. Jim will be missed by all who knew him for his guiding presence, playful wit and athletic talents. He is survived by his parents; his wife, Lisa; daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Chad Johnson; daughter and son-in-law, Lauren and Michael Miller; son, James; daughter, Alexis; grandson, Cade Johnson; sisters, Alison and Amanda; sister-in-law, Peggy and family; mother-in-law and father-in-law, Sandy and Bill Brody; and many other loved relatives and friends. Memorial donations may be made to Beautiful Feats Ministries at beautifulfeats.com or by donating blood, in gratitude to all those who gave to sustain him. The family will receive friends from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Monday, October 6 at Memphis Funeral Home, 5599 Poplar Ave, Memphis, TN. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, October 7, at Hope Church, 8500 Walnut Grove Rd, Memphis, TN.