James A. “Jim” Walters, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away peacefully on Oct. 26, 2026, surrounded by his loving family.

Born on June 26, 1942, in Colesburg, Jim led a life full of love, dedication, and laughter. Jim was the cherished son of Dale and Margaret (Bray) Walters.

He found immense joy in his family, leaving behind his devoted wife, Joan Walters, whom he married on May 18, 1963 Together they built a life rich with love and family.

A proud graduate of Colesburg High School, Jim was known for his dedication to his community and his unwavering support of his favorite team, the Brewers. His love for baseball was infectious, and he often shared this passion with his family and friends. Jim was a self taught auctioneer. He auctioned with his father, Dale Walters for many year and later auctioned with Jim Funk and Doug Clemens. Jim enjoyed visiting with everyone at the auctions. His gift of gabbbing with everyone was one of his strong points. In his early years he found the love of horses, where he became a self proclaimed cowboy with his horse Trigger. If you knew Jim he never wore a pair of shorts his whole life, only jeans, bibs and cowboy boots and don’t forget the the black cowboy hat.

Jim is survived by his children, Jim and Brenda Walters of Colesburg, Peggy and Mike Thein of Dyersville, Penny and Steve Rausch of Guttenberg, Dale Walters and his friend, Robin of Guttenberg, Jody Schneider and her friend, Bill of Oxford, Linda Hackett of Guttenberg, Margaret and Russel Helle of Guttenberg, and Cheryl and Tom Rauch of Monticello. Jim’s legacy extends through his 23 grandchildren and 50 great-grandchildren, who will forever cherish the warmth and guidance he provided.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Lois Hill and Helen Jennings; brothers, John Walters and Darrell Walters; son, Johnny Walters; son-in-law, Mack Hackett. Despite these profound losses, Jim continued to embody resilience and strength throughout his life.

While a private funeral service will be held, the family invites everyone who knew Jim to join them in a Celebration of Life on Nov. 21, at the Elkport Community Center from noon to 4 p.m. It will be a time to remember the joy and happiness Jim brought into the world and to celebrate the enduring impact he had on everyone around him. Please feel free to wear your cowboy hats and boot and of course a Brewers shirt.

Jim Walters will be remembered for his kindness, his deep sense of family, and the love he shared with everyone he met. His life was a testament to the power of love and dedication, and he will be dearly missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him.