James "Jim" Brian Fish

James "Jim" Fish, 63, left this earthly life on Dec. 19, 2023 from complications due to Covid Pneumonia and many other health issues. He was welcomed home by his Heavenly Father and reunited with his beloved mother, Lois and brother, Dennis. There, he surely traded in his worn-out body for a new one. Jim was born to Stuart and Lois Fish in Antigo, Wisconsin on August 26, 1960, the second youngest of five children. He spent most of his growing up years in Muskego, Wisconsin where he graduated from High School after achieving much success as a running back for the Muskego Warriors and becoming a member of the 1,000 Yard Club.

Jim met his wife, Lori (Rogers) in the early 80s in Stevens Point and in 1989 they eloped along with Jim's sister, Anne and her husband Tom. They settled in the Janesville area eventually moving to Milton where they raised their children, Evan and Emma. Their family relocated to Wausau in 2015. Jim's adult life was marked by a seemingly endless stream of minor and major medical problems and surgeries, which were a barrier to other life pursuits. He definitely had more than his fair share of hardships.

One of Jim's finest legacies, his family will say, would be that despite all of his health struggles, he seemed impervious to worry. He handled them all head on with dignity and bravery, without complaint, self-pity or bitterness. Always, he was very positive in the darkest of times. The amazing way he handled adversity was truly awe-inspiring and a blessing to behold.

Another rare quality is that he confidently displayed his true self, unencumbered by what the rest of the world would think.

Jim's family held him dear for his jolly sense of humor. This included having a knack for impressions, being able to repeat funny lines from many, many movies, verbatim. Singing, dancing, laughing…he was a joy to be around. One of his children's fondest memories when they were young, was that he loved to take them through the drive-thru, ordering with a Pee Wee Herman voice. All family members have their own favorite funny memories to share.

Other qualities worth mentioning were his creativity, his ability to fix just about anything, his love/hate of the Packers, and his fondness of wearing tie-dye much to the chagrin of a certain family member. He was a Dr. Doolittle of dogs and his current furry friends, Monty and Jesse will miss him much.

He leaves behind his loving wife of 34 years, Lori, his beloved children, Evan and Emma. His father, Stuart Fish and adopted mom, June Wissbroecker. Brothers, Mike (Sue), Dave (Sandy), Sister Anne (Tom) Walli, sister-in-law Cindy, brother-in-law Mike Rogers (Aldona), sister-in-law Chris Rogers and brother-in-law Elmer Krause. As well as many nieces and nephews and their children. Jim's family members were all blessed having known him and will miss him greatly.

In keeping with Jim's wishes, there will be no service. A private family gathering will be planned in the future.

Mid Wisconsin Cremation Society is assisting the family at this time.  Online condolences may be expressed at MWCS.WS