James “Jim” Tolle, of Fredonia, WI, went to his heavenly home the morning of September 3, 2026. He was born on December 6,1938, to Everett and Marie (nee Mergen) Tolle. Jim graduated from Patch Grove High School in 1957. Jim was united in marriage to Colleen Roseman on September 15, 1962, and together they raised four children. They remained together for almost 30 years.

Jim spent almost all his life as a farmer. He was hardworking and took extraordinary pride in his work. Outside of farming as his career, he found joy in gardening, tending to his flowers, fruits, and vegetables. Every fall, Jim would make several batches of tomato juice and his famous salsa from vegetables grown in his garden to share with friends and family. He also had a passion for baking and was known for his cinnamon rolls and birthday cakes. Jim enjoyed attending fish fry’s with family and friends, and spending time with his neighbor Dan, sharing long conversations on the porch. He was known as someone who enjoyed to “watch life pass by”, and was compassionate, selfless and would give the shirt off his back to anyone who needed it.

Jim is survived by his children, Dennis (Kristen) Tolle, Timothy (Chris) Tolle, and Denise Tolle; his grandchildren, Dayeton, Joelle, and Lexi; his brothers Richard (Frindee) Tolle and Robert (Kathy) Tolle; Colleen and her sister, Sherry (Art); and a special friend of the family, Carol. He is survived further by many cousins, nephews, nieces, and friends.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his sister Jane, and son David.

A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

In memory of Jim, memorials can be made to Kathy Hospice in West Bend.

The family would like to extend a special thank you to the compassionate staff at Kathy Hospice for their care of Jim, as well as the care team at Froedtert Hospital.