Passed away peacefully on May 10, 2011 at the age of 78. Surviving besides his wife Alice, are his children Maria, Rochelle, and Jim Jr., 4 stepchildren: David, Daniel, Matthew, Elaine. Grandpa Jim will be sadly missed by his nine grandchildren especially Charlee and Chelsea and great-grandfather of Jace, and Kaiden James. Son of the late Bernard & Mary Recker. Brother to Catherine, Elizabeth, Bernard and the late Patrick and Francis. If you so desire, donations to the Canadian Cancer Society would be appreciated by the family. Visiting Saturday after 2pm followed by funeral services at 5:00pm at FAMILIES FIRST 3260 DOUGALL AVE. SOUTH WINDSOR, 519-969-5841.