Willenbrink, James F., age 82, of Haw River, NC passed away on October 1, 2018. He was born on November 9, 1935 in Hamilton, Ohio to Leonard and Irene Willenbrink whom he joins in death. Jim, as he was known to his friends and family, was a Marine Corp veteren and was retired from General Motors with 38 years of service. Jim enjoyed playing golf, playing cards, and spending time with his family. Jim leaves behind his loving wife of 62 years Barbara Willenbrink; sons Michael (Julie) Willenbrink, Len (Melissa) Willenbrink and John (Paige) Willenbrink; sister Joan Lindsey; grandchildren Ben, Kari, Hallie, Abigail, Matthew and Heidi Willenbrink; step grandchild Jessica Thomas. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to the Disabled American Veterans, P.O. Box 14301, Cincinnati, OH 45250 in James’ name. Visitation will be held on THURSDAY October 11, 2018 from 6PM – 8PM at the Ivey Funeral Home, 2565 Princeton Road, Hamilton, Ohio 45011 and the funeral service will be held on FRIDAY October 12, 2018 at 10AM. Burial will immediately follow in Rose Hill Burial Park with military honors.