James H. Denaway
February 22, 1945 – April 19, 2025
A memorial will take place next summer. Memorial contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project, in c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 80 of Comstock passed away on Saturday evening, April 19, 2025. Jim was born in Kalamazoo, on February 22, 1945, the son of Henry James and Marietta (Smith-Brown) Denaway. On August 23, 1980, he married Cindy Ann Lee who survives him. Jim proudly served his nation in the United States Army. Jim was a huge Bob Dylan fan. He was a hockey fan and liked the Kalamazoo Wings and Detroit Red Wings. He and Cindy enjoyed going to the Upper Peninsula. Besides his wife, Jim is survived by sons, Zachary Denaway, and Adam (Annie Dennis) Denaway; sister, Susie Williams; sister-in-law, Gayle Denaway; nieces and nephews; and many friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Michael Denaway; brother-in-law, Stan Williams.
What a brother “in-law” you were. Thanks for all the times you came to my softball games and took photos and took me ice skating. I wish we could have hit the comic-book store just one more time. Say hi to Grandma Rita and Mike for me. I know they are happy to see you. RIP. Love you, Jimmy.
You may not be with us anymore but the fearsome foursome still lives on with you in our memories. You were my best friend and I will think of you always, especially when I see the Red Wings or hear a Bob Dylan song. You didn’t make it to the concert but I guess that was in the cards, but at least we saw the movie together. Rest in Peace my Friend
I’m sure going to miss you Pops. I have enjoyed every minute that I got to spend with you. You were always like a second father to us, that’s why we call you Pops! We love you, and you will forever be in our hearts. Pops, Cindy, Zach and Adam are, and always will be considered my 2nd family. I love you guys!!
you were a dear friend and i will miss you at the stump burning parties at Tim’s