James R Schober, age 84, passed away peacefully at Methodist Hospital of Omaha early morning on January 19, 2021. He was born June 4, 1936 to Roy and Zelma (Wilson) Schober in Horton, KS.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
James is survived by his daughter, Catherine Conner(Bob); son, James H Schober(Lisa); their mother, Diane Leader; his grandchildren, Derek and Elias Frazer; brother, Raymond Schober; longtime companion, Sue Kineen.
Jim was a retired battalion chief for the Omaha Fire Department. He also was an avid wood carver, wood turner, and Harley rider. You may have known James as Jim, Fireman Jim, Dago, Santa Claus, or Old Man, to name a few.
Visitation only will be held at Good Shepherd from 2:00 - 4:00 PM on Friday, January 22, 2021.
Burial service will be postponed until family and friends can gather safely. To be contacted with future information regarding the burial service, please email jim.schober2021@gmail.com.
"In lieu of flowers, Jim requested that donations be made to "something that's killing me." A few suggested organizations are listed below."
www.pulmonaryfibrosis.org
www.takeabreatherfromcf.org
"To reach out to the family regarding anything please email jim.schober2021@gmail.com"
Friday, January 22, 2021
2:00 - 4:00 pm (Central time)
Good Shepherd Funeral Home L St. Chapel
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