James George Heier

James G. Heier, 79, Athens, passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024 at Rib Lake Health Services, under the care of Aspirus Comfort Care and Hospice Services.

He was born May 3, 1944 in Wausau, son of the late George and Christina (Bangart) Heier.

Among his favorite pastimes, James enjoyed fishing and driving around observing others and visiting with folks.

He was a veteran of the United States Navy.

Survivors include, two sons, James Heier, Athens and Mike (Leah) Heier, Two Rivers; two grandchildren, Hailey and Kylie; three brothers, Duane Heier, Joseph Heier and John (Theresa) Heier; two sisters, Mary Jane Rydlewicz and Ann (Leslie) Westfall; and many nieces and nephews.

Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Denny.

Visitation will be Monday, February 19, 2024 from 4:00 until 7:00 p.m. at Peterson/Kraemer Funeral Home, Athens.  Burial will be on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m. at Calvary Cemetery in Athens with full military honors conducted by the Athens Area Veterans.

Online condolences may be expressed at www.petersonkraemer.com