J.M. Palmer

J.M. “Jim” Palmer, age 85, formerly of Tecumseh, passed away October 16, 2024, at Monroe Springs Rehab and Nursing Center.

Jim was born on November 18, 1938, in Detroit, Mich., the son of Munroe and Madeline (Kelly) Palmer. Jim graduated from Adrian Catholic Central High School and went on to serve six years in the United States Navy from 1956-1962.

After Jim left the Navy, he worked at several local businesses  — Tecumseh Products, Oral Manufacturing, Kewanee Manufacturing, Adrian Piston Service and Diesel Fuels Systems of Blissfield. Jim will be most remembered as the proud owner of Tecumseh Automotive Parts (NAPA). He owned and operated the store for over 25 years after taking over the business from his father-in-law. Not one to sit around, Jim obtained his real estate license back in 1986 and for the next 35 years worked in the real estate field with Abraham Realty, Red Carpet Keim, The Real Estate Center and Faust Real Estate. 

On October 7, 1961, Jim married the lovely Ellen Lucille Mason and they celebrated over 58 years together before her passing on July 20, 2020. Together they raised a family and shared many good memories.

Jim will be missed by his sons, Todd of Adrian, Michael of Toledo, and Robert (Suzie) of Grand Rapids; grandchildren, Natasha (Robert), Mitchell, Duncan, Gordon, Katie and Cameron; great-grandson, Colton; sisters, Marge and Kathi; and brothers, Dan, Tom, Bill and Don. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Ellen; daughter, Melissa Bellazzini; and brothers, Joe, and Robert in infancy.

Following Jim’s wishes, cremation will take place. A gathering will be held on Tuesday, Oct. 29, from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. at Wagley Funeral Home, Adrian with a memorial service beginning at 7 p.m. in the funeral home. Jim will be privately laid to rest at Oakwood Cemetery. 

 
Memorial contributions in Jim’s memory may be made to a charity of the donor’s choice.  

Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagley Funeral Home, Adrian, and online condolences and memories may be shared at wagleyfuneralhomes.com. 

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