Jim Obituaries: James Clark, James E. Tinnes and Jim Williams Notices — Feb. 20–22, 2026

The following notices announce the passings of three men commonly known as jim, with obituaries dated February 20–22, 2026. Each listing invites friends and family to read the obituary and add memories; details below summarize personal histories, survivors, and service plans as provided.

Jim Clark: A 97-year life in education

James E. Clark, 97, of Nora Springs, Iowa, went on to his Next Big Adventure on Friday, February 20, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Newton, Iowa, on January 12, 1929, during a blizzard, he was (appropriately) called to his eternal home as snow fell. He graduated from Marshalltown High School in 1947, earned a Bachelor’s Degree from the Iowa State Normal School (University of Northern Iowa), and later a Master’s Degree from the University of Minnesota-Duluth.

Clark taught at many schools throughout Iowa, including a long tenure at Anson Middle School in Marshalltown where he taught Physical Education and coached football and wrestling. He worked to place student teachers as an associate professor at the University of Northern Iowa from 1970–1973 and finished his career as elementary principal at Nora Springs–Rock Falls, retiring in 1997. He spent his career working to improve public education and to allow all children access to free education in Iowa.

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James E. Tinnes: Veteran, volunteer and community member

James E. Tinnes, of Waukesha, died on Sunday, February 22, 2026, surrounded by his family. He was born in Waukesha, Wisconsin on February 4, 1948, the son of Earl and Jane (Camenga) Tinnes. A 1966 graduate of Waukesha High School, he served in the U. S. Army and completed two tours in Cam Ranh Bay, Vietnam from 1968–1969.

Tinnes worked for Esser Paint & Glass, the Wisconsin Highway Department, Astro Pattern, Ride Line and retired from Waukesha Metro. He volunteered at Waukesha Memorial Hospital from 2007–2020 and was an active member of D. J. Martin American Legion Post 8, serving in the past as Post Commander and as Commander of the Honor Guard.

Jim Williams: Business owner and family man

James "Jim" Williams, 70, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family members on February 22, 2026. Born March 30, 1955 in Indianapolis to the late Robert and Delores "Dee" Williams, he graduated from Plainfield High School in 1973. He was co-owner of Williams Brothers T. V. & Appliance and the Economy Self Storage.

Williams enjoyed wood carving, playing pool and poker, camp fires, dining at Gray's Brothers Cafeteria, and vacationing in Tennessee. He was preceded in death by his wife, Ann Williams. Survivors include son Jeff (Megan) Williams; daughters Jennifer (Bill) Gerber and Michelle (Jason) Likens; sister Debbie (Arnie) Gath; brother Rob (Kathy) Williams; grandchildren Dalton, William, Austin, Jaelyn, Joe, Sadie, Ali and Faith; and great-grandchildren Sofia and Annalleyah.

Service, visitation and memorial details

• James E. Clark: Service details were not yet provided at the time of the listing; the notice says "We'll notify you when service details or new memories are added. "
• James E. Tinnes: Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 6: 00 p. m. until 7: 00 p. m.; full military honors will begin at 7: 00 p. m., followed by the memorial service at 1110 S. Grand Ave., Waukesha. Memorials in Jim’s name are appreciated to D. J. Martin American Legion Post 8, P. O. Box 111, Waukesha, WI 53187.
• James "Jim" Williams: Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2026 at 12: 00 pm (noon), with friends visiting from 10: 00 am until service time. Burial will follow in Valhalla Memory Gardens, Bloomington.

Family, survivors and personal details across the notices

Each obituary lists family survivors and relationships in detail. James E. Clark was one of six brothers, preceded in death by parents William and Pearl Clark and brothers Baby, Bobby, Bill (Evelyn), and Fred (Alice), and niece Leslie. He is survived by brother Richard Clark (Carol); daughters Michelle Krueger (Dick), Penny Clark, and Linda True (Michael); grandchildren Kallie Greenwald (Ryan), Jamie Stout (Caleb), Shelby Craig (Cody), Zachary Krueger (Amber), and Megan True; and 15 great-grandchildren named in the notice. Clark's extended survivors named others by first name and note many great nieces and nephews, loving friends and former students.

Tinnes is survived by sister Karen (Don) Medler, nephew John Medler, niece Jane (Mark) Busbia and their children Devon (Jack) Ferguson and Connor Busbia, and other dear relatives and friends; he was preceded in death by his parents and sisters Sandra Dunsay and Mary Pagliaro.

Williams is survived by his children, siblings, grandchildren and great-grandchildren as listed above and was preceded in death by his wife Ann Williams.

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