Obituary of James Edwin Grahl

James Grahl, 77, of Niles, passed away at his home on Thursday, December 3, 2020, with his family by his side. Jim was born on November 25, 1943, to the late Charles and Luella (Frantz) Grahl in Niles, Michigan. After he graduated from high school, Jim went on to begin his career at Clark Equipment Company and eventually moved to Bendix. Over the years Jim worked his way through the company as a tool and die maker eventually retiring, in 2005, from Honeywell. On January 23, 1963, Jim wed his one true love, Brenda Skidmore, at a ceremony in Niles. Together the two raised three wonderful daughters. He was preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Luella Grahl; brothers, Paul, Leo, and Bob Grahl; and sisters, Charlene Grahl and Fayetta Denny. Jim is survived by his wife of nearly 58 years, Brenda Grahl; daughters, Michelle (Danny Eaglebarger) Grahl of Niles, Tammy (Terry) Mast of Niles, and Carol (Michael) Babcock of Niles; grandchildren, Courtney, Joshua, and Aimee (Goldin Chappell); great-grandchildren, Olivia, Roman, Carson, Emmett, Natalie, and Brenden; and many extended family members and close friends. In keeping with James’ wishes, he has been cremated and his family will be remembering him privately. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Moose Lodge 449 in Buchanan where Jim was a member for over 50 years.