James M. "Jim" Tanner Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

James M. “Jim” Tanner, 63, of Mason City passed away Friday, August 28, 2020. Jim’s family will host a Celebration of his Life on Saturday, September 26, 2020 from 12:00 pm until 5:00 pm at the All Vets Center in Mason City, 1603 S. Monroe Ave., Mason City. Jim’s nephew, Eddie May will lead a short service at 2:00 pm, followed by military honors conducted by the Mason City Veterans Honor Guard. Condolences may be directed to Jim’s family in care of Hogan Bremer Moore Colonial Chapel, 126 3rd St NE, Mason City. The son of Ervin and Lucille (Kemmerick) Tanner, James Merle was born on April 5, 1957. Born and raised in Mason City, he attended and graduated from Mason City High School and attended North Iowa Area Community College. He enlisted in the United States Marine Corps and following his honorable discharge joined the Iowa National Guard, where he served for 20 years. During his time in the 1133rd Transportation Company Jim served in Operation Desert Shield/Storm and traveled to Korea with the Iowa National Guard. On June 1, 1985 Jim was united in marriage to Rhonda May at the Little Brown Church in Nashua after being introduced to one another by their mutual friend, Marcia. Together Jim and Rhonda celebrated 35 years of marriage, love, and laughter. Always a man on the go, Jim spent his free time bowling, golfing, playing softball, and even managed the senior softball league. He had the gift of gab and loved visiting with friends and neighbors. A true kid at heart, Jim could always be found at family get togethers playing with the younger kids rather than visiting with the adults! He was a devoted grandfather and uncle and loved sharing the company of his nieces, nephews, granddaughters and great granddaughters. He anxiously awaited October and the arrival of his first great grandson. For many years Jim worked for Curries Manufacturing in Mason City and most recently at Diamond Jo Casino in Northwood. He dedicated countless hours to volunteering with the IOOF Home, calling Bingo and playing cards with the residents. Jim will be fondly remembered for the strawberry bed he planted so the residents could enjoy fresh strawberries. Those grateful in sharing in Jim’s life are his wife, Rhonda; daughter, Mandy (Ryan) Dawson, Rocklin, CA; granddaughters, Samantha (Mitchell) Hardy, Emily (Brent) Stoffer and their daughters, Aubrie and Hannah, and Tara (Edward) Janka and their expected son; siblings, Jean (Wade) Bonjour, Dows, Don Tanner, Mason City, and Rose Hanson, Manly; and sister and brother in law, Barbara Anderson, Chandler, AZ, Edgar May, Jr., Mason City, and Jeff (Rufina) May, New York. Jim will also be greatly missed by his neighbors and close friends, Dylan and Amanda Kelley; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and his many friends. He is preceded in death by his parents, Ervin and Lucille Tanner; his brother, Bruce Tanner; and his in laws, Edgar, Sr. and Bonnie May.

James M. "Jim" Tanner

April 5, 1957 - August 28, 2020

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James M. "Jim" Tanner

April 5, 1957 - August 28, 2020

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