James "Jim" Cermak Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2025 in Butternut, Wisconsin

James "Jim" Cermak Jr.

October 26, 1941 - September 28, 2025 (83 years old)

Butternut, Wisconsin

James "Jim" Cermak Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on September 28, 2025 in Butternut, Wisconsin

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James "Jim" Cermak Jr.

October 26, 1941 - September 28, 2025 (83 years old)

Butternut, Wisconsin

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James Cermak Jr. Obituary

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Cermak Jr. of Butternut, Wisconsin, born in Cicero, Illinois, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on September 28, 2025 at the age of 83. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Cermak Jr. to pay them a last tribute.

As James departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved James. Though James may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his wife Helen; his parents, James Sr. and Josephine; and his sister Judy Cermak Bormann. He is survived by: his children, Amy Cermak (Ralph Carey) of New Jersey and Jamie Cermak (Annie Bussiere) of Maine; and his brother Jerry Cermak (Judy-Ann) of Indiana. He is also survived by many cousins, nieces, nephews, former students, and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to local youth enrichment programs in your area to honor Jim's lifelong commitment to supporting young people and the arts.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Novitzke Funeral Home



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October 6, 2025

Sue Ellingson wrote a sympathy message

“Jim was my speech teacher my freshman year at Concordia in 1975-76. I recall him as being very supportive of my overall experience at Concordia, which meant missing his class to attend an interview for a resident assistant position. He also involved me in operating sound equipment my first week on campus for "freshmen frolics" and I had no relevant experience. Sue Pierson Ellingson”


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