Born February 22, 1944 in Fowler, the son of the late Jerome and Genevieve (Harr) Thelen, passed away May 14, 2013 at the age of 69. Preceded in death by his parents; sister, Diane Urbanik; daughter, Jamie Thelen; and grandson, Brandon Thelen. Surviving to cherish his memory are his children, Kim (Mike) Beggs of Grants Pass, OR, Kristin (Scott) Flint of Lansing, and Dean (Pam) Thelen of Mulliken; brothers, Paul (Ann), Luke (Jane), Larry (Ellen), Bill (Debbie), Stanley (Patti), Dennis (Diane), and Phillip; and seven loving grandchildren. A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, May 18th at St. Gerard Catholic Church, 4437 W. Willow, Lansing with the Rev. John P. Klein as celebrant. The family will receive friends on Friday, May 17th from 2:00 – 4:00 PM and 6:00 – 8:00 PM with a rosary at 7:00 PM at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing as well as one hour prior to the service. For those desiring, contributions may be made in memory of James to Ele’s Place, 1145 W. Oakland Ave., Lansing, MI 48915. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.grlansing.com
