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James “Jim” Francis Molitor
James “Jim” Francis Molitor
Cedar Rapids
James “Jim” Francis Molitor, 73, of Cedar Rapids, Iowa, died Thursday, March 27, 2025, at Northbrook Care Center. Funeral Mass will be at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, April 4, 2025, at St. Matthew Catholic Church, Cedar Rapids. Visitation will be an hour prior to Mass. Burial will follow at St. Mary’s Catholic Church Cemetery, Hanover, Iowa.
Jim is survived by his brother, Joe (Rita) Molitor; brother-in-law, Bill Friedrichsen; and numerous nephews and cousins. He was preceded in death by his parents, LeRoy and Geraldine Molitor; and two sisters, Annie Molitor and Connie Friedrichsen.
Jim was born October 26, 1951, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and graduated from Regis High School in 1970. His employment included the City of Cedar Rapids, Souvenir Pen and Pencil, and options of Linn County.
James had a very strong and unbending catholic faith. He was also a member of The Knights of Columbus. He and his faith were an inspiration to so many.
The family would like to express their heartfelt thanks for the generous support shown during this difficult time.
Please share your support and memories with Jim’s family on his Tribute Wall at www.stewartbaxter.com under Obituaries.
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