"I remember jim at the basketball games with his wife, he always had a smile on his face"
In loving memory of
James L. Wilhite
November 25, 2010
Interment: Corwith Cemetery ~ Corwith, Iowa
Memorials can be directed to the Hancock County Memorial Hospital Foundation in Britt.
James L. Wilhite was born on August 16, 1932, on the family farm east of Corwith, the son of Earl and Carrie (Zeigler) Wilhite. He attended country school and graduated from Corwith High School in 1951. He served his country as part of the U.S. Army stationed in Japan. He returned to the family farm and continued to farm and work the land he loved.
On August 7, 1968, he married the love of his life, Beverly (Nelson) Borg, and became the beloved father of Vana and Kevin. He adopted them as his own and rejoiced at the birth of another son, Keith, in March of 1970.
Jim accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Savior and later followed the Lord in believer's baptism. He was a faithful member of Grace Baptist Church, Corwith, serving his Lord in various positions.
His passion was farming and he loved being behind the wheel of the tractor and mower and working alongside his son. To Jim, no one was a stranger, everyone was his friend. It is apparent by the number of his friends that it was his desire to share the love of Christ by impacting the lives of those around him. He loved the local coffee crowd, playing dominoes and sharing his never ending sense of humor. He and Bev rarely missed a CWL Panther school event. His grandchildren were his pride and joy.
James L. Wilhite was promoted to Glory on Wednesday, November 24, 2010, surrounded by his family, at the Hancock County Memorial Hospital in Britt. He was 78.
Cherishing his memory are his wife, Beverly of Britt; children, Vana (Kevin) Kruger of Wesley; Kevin "Pete" (Bonnie) Wilhite of Corwith; Keith (Tanya) Wilhite of Waukee; grandchildren, Nickolaus, Rebecka and Krista Kruger; Chelcee and Luke Wilhite and Breanne and Carrie Wilhite. Also surviving are brothers, Robert (Alice) Wilhite of Russell; Merle (Darleen) Wilhite of Des Moines; Donald Wilhite of Des Moines; sister-in-law, Hilda Wilhite of Waterloo and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Earl and Carrie; brothers, Cecil, Kenneth and Orlan; sister-in-law, Mabel Wilhite; nephew, Rick Wilhite and niece, Vicky Daniels.
Tributes
"Bev and Family, I was so sorry to hear about Jim's passing. I will always remember his warm smile and genuine interest in and care for everyone. His legacy will live on in the strong family and community who loved him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. "
"Dear Bev and family. We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was such a loving, kind, generous man. The love of the Lord shone through him! Much love to you and yours! "
"Bev and Family. We were so sorry to hear of Jim's death. He will be greatly missed in Corwith. So glad we got to see you both when we were there in May. We will miss not seeing him when we make our yearly trip to Corwith. Madge and Jim were bus partners for many years on "Punkie's" bus. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.wr"
"I met "Uncle" Jim 49 years ago when I visited the farm with my friend, Vicky. He made the week very fun for a couple of 11-year-olds. I remember the hay rides in our skirts, and sneaking around to watch "Uncle" Jim hold hands with the lady he later married. I have fond memories of my visit. I am sorry for your loss. --Becky Stoll (Hindal). "
"Dear Beverly and Family, I was saddened to hear of Jim's passing. I know you and your family will take comfort in knowing he is waiting for us all at God's BIG FAMILY REUNION in heaven."
"Keith and family - my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I love you. Karina"
"Dear Bev and Family Words can never say just how nice Jim was. He did have He did have a very strong love for his family and friends. He will be sadly missed but always in our thoughts and prayers. You have our deepest sympathy"
"Bev and family, Brenda, Rachael and I wish to extend our deepest sympathies to the entire Wilhite family on Jim's homegoing. We sorrow with you and yet not as those who have no hope. In that hope we also rejoice with you as Jim is, at this very moment, in the presence of the Lord he loved. Jim is more alive now than he has ever been! We grew to love you folks deeply during our time of ministry in Corwith and please know that we will uphold you in our prayers. You will always have a special place in our hearts. Loren L. Stoneberg"
"Bev and family. I'm sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. I'm glad I got to see him when I was there helping Thurman pick corn. Jimmy was always a special person to me. He always had a kind word and a compliment for everyone. He just enjoyed life. Please accept my sincere sympathies. Forry Bennett"
"Jim--I love you and you will be truly missed....you were such an inspiration to my life when I was growing up....i will never forget the things you did for me and helped me learn....I am so sorry Bev, Pete, Vana, and Keith....your whole family is in my prayers! Love Kara"
"Bev and Family, The McGuire family is so very sad to hear the news of Jim's passing. He is truly an amzazing man, he is one of my favorite people of all time. I pray you and your family will kind comfort in knowing he was so loved by so many. I always loved running into him and your mother here in Algona, we always shared many laugh...s and hugs. One of my favorite memories was he would pull the clock in the hall and make us all laugh, I think we laughed for a hour one night. Sending you all peace and many hugs. I'm sure he is in heaven having a great visit with my Dad! Sheila Timmerman and the McGuire Family. "
"Bev and Family, You have my deepest sympathy on the loss of Jim. I always enjoyed visiting with you guys when i saw you in Algona. Please know that you are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time. God Bless you all. Kerry"