Obituary of James A. Meirhofer

Meirhofer, James A. Tucson, Arizona formerly of Saginaw, Michigan Passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 29, 2016 at the age of 85 years. James Allen Meirhofer was born on January 12, 1931 in Ashland, Wisconsin to the late Fred and Dorothy (Poppy) Meirhofer. He married Maureen A. Senft on September 19, 1951. Jim was a loving and devoted husband for their 55 years together. She preceded him in death on March 11, 2007. Jim proudly served his country with the U.S. Navy from 1949 until his honorable discharge in 1956. He then worked for General Motors for over 20 years. Jim greatly enjoyed spending time with his family and fishing. Jim leaves to cherish his memory a son, James R. (Ann) Meirhofer; two daughters: Pamela A. (Bruce) Spencer and Maribeth (S.T.) Sanford; five grandchildren: Christopher (Danielle) Meirhofer, Michael Meirhofer, Joseph Eno, David (Barbara) Sanford and S.T. (Jeff) Sanford; seven great-grandchildren: Krystal Meirhofer, Logan Meirhofer, Jessica Etchison, Emily Eno, Erica Eno, Aaron Sanford, and Emily Sanford; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Richard and Kathy Senft. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Maureen; and two daughters: Jody Lynn Meirhofer and Tammy Jill Meirhofer. According to Jim's wishes, cremation has taken place. Private burial will be at St. Andrew's Cemetery in Saginaw, Michigan. Arrangements have been entrusted to the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd., Saginaw, Michigan. The family would like to give a special thank you to Golden Hope Adult Care Home (Maria and John Gonzalez) and Milton Spivack at SW Geriatrics for the excellent care they gave to our Dad from December 18, 2015 until May 29, 2016 when Dad got his wings. Maria and John became part of our family and Dad loved them and their caring staff. Also the family would like to thank Patrick, Dad's hospice nurse, and the team at Assurance Healthcare. Our family was never alone thanks to these two organizations. Everyone who knew Jim will always feel his loving arms around them and know he is dancing in heaven right now with his wife, two daughters, and parents. MEMORIALS: Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to Disabled Veterans of America. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family through www.DeislerFuneralHome.com