James Alden

James “Jim” David Alden, age 63, of Luck, WI, lost his brave battle with lung cancer on Thursday, May 26, 2016. Jim was born in Frederic, WI, on January 22, 1953, to David and Theodora (Sahr) Alden. His younger years were spent in Frederic and then later in Milltown. He graduated from Unity high school in 1971. Jim was married to Georgette Bruhn in 1979; two sons were born, Joshua and Andrew. He spent his working years driving truck for MPM in Frederic and as a welder at Durex in Luck and St. Croix Falls. Jim was also able to spend time in Alaska and Arizona, which he loved. Retirement years were spent fixing lawnmowers, mowing yards, building wooden benches, helping friends, playing guitar and spoiling his dachshund dogs Ike, Augie, and Pete. Left to mourn his passing are his sons, Joshua (Victoria) and Andrew (Sherry); grandchildren: Hailey, Desiree, Darik, Abby, Emma and Malaki; sisters, Sharon Alden and Diane Pravettoni; nephews, Craig Pravettoni and Bret Stultz; niece, Shannon Buck; and great nieces and great nephews, aunt and uncle, cousins and loyal friends. A Memorial Service for Jim Alden will be held at 11:00 am, Saturday June 4th. At St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, 1614 270th Ave, Luck, WI 54853. Cremation services were entrusted with by Swedberg-Taylor Funeral Home and Cremation Services, Siren, WI. Online condolences may be expressed at www.swedberg-taylor.com.