James Hendricksen, age 88, of Big Flats, Wisconsin passed away May 6, 2009 at the Moundview.
Memorial Hospital & Clinics in Friendship, Wisconsin. Funeral services will be 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2009 at Zion Lutheran Church in Big Flats, Wisconsin. Pastor Karyn Bodenschatz will officiate. Interment will be at a later date at the Niebull Cemetery, Big Flats, Wisconsin.
Visitation will be 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Friday at Roseberry’s Funeral Home and again on Saturday at the church one hour prior to services.　
James was born October 27, 1920 in Big Flats, Wisconsin to Sofus and Olga (Hayes) Hendricksen. He attended Niebull School in Big Flats through the 8th grade. On August 29, 1946 James was married to Rose Kouba at Trinity Lutheran Church in Arkdale. To this union three children were born, Richard, Thomas and Carol. James was a farmer his whole life, he milked cows for over 50 years. After retiring from Dairying he continued to raise crops and beef cattle.
He enjoyed woodworking, and was always ready to help in any building project. James was an avid gardener until his passing. He enjoyed fishing and hunting with his children and grandchildren.
James was on the Farmers Union Co-op Services Board of Directors for 18 years when it was first organized. He drove school bus and was weed commissioner for the Town of Big Flats. He also served as treasurer for Niebull Cemetery and served on the Zion Lutheran Church Council for many years.　
In lieu of flowers, donations may be given in his memory to Zion Lutheran Church of Big Flats.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Sofus & Olga Hendricksen; brother & sister-in-law, Irvin & Elsie Hendricksen; brother-in-law, Robert Sutherland; brother-in-law, Jim Peterson; and brother-in-law & sister-in-law, Joe & Lorraine Kouba.
Survivors:
Wife: Rose Hendricksen of Big Flats, Wisconsin
Son: Richard (Cleo) Hendricksen of Big Flats, Wisconsin
Son: Thomas (Patricia) Hendricksen of Big Flats, Wisconsin
Daughter: Carol (John) Jefferson of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Grandson: Jeremy (Liz) Hendricksen of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Granddaughter: Jill (Andy) Cavanaugh of Rome, Wisconsin
Grandson: Christopher Jefferson of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Great Grandaughter: Ariana Cavanaugh of Rome, Wisconsin
Great Grandson: Cody Hendricksen of Arkdale, Wisconsin
Sister: Laura Sutherland of Rome, Wisconsin
Brother in law: Emil (Donabelle) Kouba of Rome, Wisconsin
Sister in law: Ella Peterson of Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin
further survived by many nieces nephews and friends
Roseberry’s Funeral Home is assisting the family. Visit www.roseberrys.com for online condolences and further information.
Rose and family…Just wanted to let you know how sorry I am for your loss..God Bless you all…
Carol and family,
The measure of a man is the wonderful family he leaves behind. Our sympathies to you all. Kathy and Peter
My sympathy is with you all during this difficult time.
So sorry to hear of Jims passing. We were on vacation and just found out. Like Tom said, alot of memorable deer seasons.
Very sorry about loss, you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol, Sorry to hear about your dad.
Rose, Richard, Tom, Carol,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim had a long productive life and deserving of his reward. Rose, you and Jim raised some great kids. You must be so proud of your family.
God bless.
Carol, We are so sorry to hear about your dad. It is hard to loose a parent no matter what the age. You know if you need anything you can always call on this side of the -family-.
Sincerely, Love Chuck, Barb and family
Carol, So sorry to hear about your dad. I am sure you will miss him dearly. I will be thinking about you. If you need anything just ask.
Sorry to loose a long time friend
Its nice to see so many good things that Jim did in his life. Our sympathy to the Hendricksen family
ROSE,RICHARD, CLEO, TOM, PAT, CAROL & JOHN
AS YOU HOLD EACH OTHER CLOSE REMEMBER JAMES. HEAVEN HAS RECIEVED A SPECIAL ANGEL. MAY GOD COMFORT YOU DURING THIS DIFFICULT TIME. YOU HAVE OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES.
Carol and family,
My heart goes out to your during this difficult time. I want you to know that we are all thinking about you and you are in our prayers. You always spoke so highly of your father, so I imagine that you are at a loss. Please know that we are all here for you ANYTIME you need us. All our love goes out to you and your family!
WE WILL KEEP HIM IN OUR PRAYERS. I HAD MANY A GOOD DEER SEASONS WITH JIM AND FAMILY.