James Orin Rooker, 77, of Middleville, Mich., passed away Saturday, June 29, 2013. He was born in Grand Rapids, Mich., on Sept. 8, 1935. Jim graduated from Lowell High School and married his sweetheart, Sandra Jayne Green, on July 2, 1955. Jim started his work career by running Ada Oil Company for five years and then moving on to Amway Corporation for 35 years. He started as a truck driver and achieved roles like director of distribution and customer service manager. Jim was active in his community and quite proud of his leadership with the United Way while in Texas. He had a passion for being a father, loved the Lord Jesus, and continually served in his church.
Survivors: He is survived by his wife, Sandy; his eight children and spouses, Mike, Rod and Regina, LouAnne and Tom, Tom and Trina, Jeff and Judith, Jim and Connie, Jerry and Andrea, and Debbie; his 26 grandchildren; and his 24 great-grandchildren.