JAMES ADAM GROZELLE

It is with profound sorrow that the family of the James Adam Grozelle announces his passing on Sunday, Jan. 6, 2013 in Fort Frances, Ont.
James was born March 22, 1983 in Fort Frances to John and Mable Grozelle.
As a young man, he moved to Calgary, Alta. and Sudbury, Ont. He returned to Fort Frances, working for various businesses.
James started working at Tim Hortons as a baker and worked his way to assistant manager. Becoming Gord’s right-hand man was something he worked very hard to achieve and was a very proud moment in his life.
James loved to spend time with people; socializing and visiting. He had a soft spot for children and he doted on his nieces and nephew, taking them on adventures.
People were drawn to James, his smile was infectious, and he loved to hug. He was a shoulder to lean on whenever it was needed.
His memory will be cherished by his parents, John and Mable; brother, John Jr.; sister, Jennifer (Rob) DuCharme; sister-in-law, Jennifer Rodegard; nieces and nephews, Kalina, Alexis, John III, Keirsten, and Peyten; grandfather, Fred (Winnie) Grozelle; and aunts and uncles, Rita (Jim) Hill, Eino (Beth) Ahlgren, Artie (Judy) Ahlgren, Carla (Jeff) Weir, Mike Grozelle, and Dale (Rick) Miller.
He also leaves behind a large extended family.
James was predeceased by his grandmother, Pat Grozelle, and auntie, Annie O’Connell.
A memorial service will be held Friday, Jan. 11, 2013 at 2 p.m. at Green Funeral Home in Fort Frances, with Pastor Ken Johnson officiating.
Cremation will take place, with a private family interment at a later date.
The honourary pallbearers will be Kris Starling, Rob DuCharme, Brad Lowes, RJ Comeau, and Gord McQuarrie.
If friends so desire, in memoriam donations may be made to the Tim Hortons Children Foundation c/o Green Funeral Home, P.O. Box 427, Fort Frances, Ont., P9A 3M8.
Online condolences may be offered at www.greenfuneralhomefortfrances.com