James J. Morf

James J. Morf

James “Jim” John Morf, 74, of Hawkeye, died Friday, November 27, 2015, at Unity Point Health-Allen Hospital in Waterloo.

Funeral services will be held 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, December 1, 2015, at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hawkeye with Rev. David R. Nelson officiating. Interment will be at the Hawkeye Cemetery with military rites by Arnold-Rogers Post #312, American Legion of Hawkeye. Friends may call from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. Monday, November 30, at Becker-Milnes Funeral Home in Hawkeye and for one hour preceding services at the church on Tuesday.

James John, son of John and Ada (Sieck) Morf, was born June 9, 1941, in Hawkeye, Iowa. He was baptized and confirmed at Trinity Lutheran Church in Hawkeye. He received his education in the rural schools and graduated from Sumner High School. Jim honorably served his country, serving in the U.S. Army, where he was stationed in Korea. Jim worked for Walker Repair Shop. Later, he worked for thirty years at John Deere & Co. before retiring in the mid 1990’s. Jim enjoyed collecting tractors and working on them.

Jim is survived by one sister, Jan Morf of Hawkeye; one brother-in-law, John Kaiserlik of Hawkeye; two nephews, Christopher Gruver of Hawkeye and Joshua Brayton of Sumner; several great-nieces and great-nephews; and his honorary family members, Lloyd and Rick Bradley.

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by one sister, Carol Kaiserlik; and one brother, David who died in infancy.

Brenda grevekuhlmannn on August 27, 2017 at 7:41 AM said:

Jim u and dad have fun drink a beer and talk cars

Catherine Miller on February 3, 2016 at 11:24 AM said:

My sympathy on Mr. Morf's passing. We would see him every time we at at The Fun Factory, Hawkeye, Iowa when it was open. He always made a point of speaking with my then very young son who is now 18+. They would have fabulous conversations while Mr. Morf ate his meal and we ate ours. My son thought Mr. Morf was his bestest friend.

Daryl Pleggenkuhle on December 7, 2015 at 6:54 AM said:

Jan
Sorry to hear of Jim's passing last week and I send my condolences to you and family. I vividly remember Jim, Carol and you thoughout my childhood, going to country school together, celebrating Christmas and birthdays, and playing in the grove between our houses in the summer. Jim always had a talent for building things and he inspired me to develop a love for building and woodworking. Your Mon and Dad, John and Ada, and you "kids" were great neighbors!
Daryl

Jim and Jodi Frisch on December 6, 2015 at 4:38 PM said:

So sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Jim and always enjoyed his visits. The conversations were usually focused on cars, tractors, or farm sales. He was a big influence on me throughout my life and he will be very much missed.

Sue (Frisch) Fellenzer on December 2, 2015 at 5:22 AM said:

Dear Jan-- So very sorry to hear of Jim's death. I recall him from past family reunions of year's ago-- always smiling and in good humor! May good memories of him, Carol and your folks always bring a smile to you, too.
We send our love from Arkansas-
Most Sincerely,
Sue & Jack Fellenzer
(Eldon/Rosie's youngest daughter)

Terry Gruver on November 30, 2015 at 1:38 PM said:

i first got to know Jim over 50 years ago. He taught Me a lot and I could always rely on Him for His Guidance and Patience. He was a Greater value to Me than I was for Him. He was very Special to Me then and will always rain Special to Me. God Bless Jim!

Melodystanbrough daniels on November 29, 2015 at 1:45 PM said:

Sorry too have heard. Jim and my mother had some good times together through out the years that they knew each other.

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