James S. Talbacka Obituary
We bid farewell to James S. Talbacka of Ishpeming, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on January 21, 2026 at the age of 82. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James S. Talbacka to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Sulo Talbacka and Helmi Talbacka (Laakso); his parents-in-law, Wilfred and Taimi Tremblay; and his grandson Michael Skogman.
He is survived by: his wife Kathleen Tremblay; his children, Peggy Pepin (David), Paul Talbacka (Vickie), Julie Rivard (Jim) and John Talbacka (Tammy); his grandchildren, Joel Talbacka (Krista Musselman), Austin Rivard (Mallory), Natalie Flaherty (Marc), Paige Willey (Dylan) and Kaeleigh Talbacka (Brendan Seebeck); his great grandchildren, Lilah Lindeman, Emmalyn Rivard and Myla Willey; and his brother Ronald Talbacka.
