Beloved husband, father, son, and friend, passed away surrounded by loved ones on September 10, 2020.
Jim is survived by his wife, Linda, children Alex (Erin) and Madeleine, mother Margaret Soich (103), brother Bill Soich (Mary), sister Peggy DeNormandie (Allen), nieces Natalie and Michelle, nephews David and Brandon, and his three grandchildren Derek, William, and Hannah, who lit up his life every time they walked into the room.
Jim was born in Chicago on March 10, 1947. He graduated from Brother Rice High School and went onto the University of Detroit majoring in Business. He had a long career in the recycled paperboard industry, and upon retirement, he enjoyed volunteering and working with the AT&T Performing Arts Center in Dallas, playing golf, and reading. He loved his family with all his heart and placed the needs of his family above his own. Jim's hallmark was his kindness and thoughtfulness to his friends and colleagues.
In order to keep family and friends safe during the COVID-19 pandemic, the family will celebrate a private memorial service.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Jesuit College Preparatory School of Dallas in his memory.