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1941 - 2012
 James Steven Aper, 70 of Greenville, passed away at home Thursday, January 5, 2012 in the loving care of his family and Spectrum Health Hospice. James was born November 18, 1941 in Monroe, Michigan, the son of John and Mary (Gorowski) Aper. He married Paula Taft on October 25, 1986 in Greenville. He served his country in the United States Army. James was owner-operator of PJ's Carpet Service along with his wife, Paula. He installed flooring for 38 years in Greenville and surrounding areas for Greenville Furniture, Larry's Northtown, The Furniture Shed, Millard's Furniture, and Don's Carpetland until an injury in 2005 forced him to retire. After retirement he enjoyed being with his family and taking his grandchildren for rides on the golf cart, tractor, and bobcat. He also enjoyed farming, fishing, hunting, and gardening with his family and visiting with friends and neighbors. He is survived by his wife, Paula M. of Greenville; children, James (Tammy) Aper of Cedar Springs, Perry Lopes of Greenville, Jamie (Dina) Aper of Gowen, Jason (Jessie) Aper of Livonia, and Tamara (Matt) Irwin of Greenville; grandchildren, Cody, Gunnar, Austin, Gage, Chase, MacKenzie, Carter, TJ, Mattalyn, Liam, Samantha, Amanda, Miranda, and Raymond; brothers, Robert (Brenda) Aper of Perkins, Richard (Delores) Aper of Negaunee, Thomas (Karen) Aper of Perkins, and Gary (Ginger) Aper of Perkins; sister, Susan Aper of England; mother-in-law, Beatrice Osborne of Greenville; brothers-in-law, Victor (Deb) Foster of Greenville and Alan Foster of Dundee; sisters-in-law, Bonnie (Virgil) Hopkins of Greenville and Kathy (Bruce) Burr of Muskegon; and many nieces and nephews. James was preceded in death by his parents and brother, William J. Aper. In keeping with his wishes, cremation will take place and no funeral services will be held. There will be a private family memorial service at a later date. |
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There are currently 11 condolences.
Yolanda Arts
Wednesday January 11, 2012 at
11:35 PM
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Jamie and Dina, I'm very sorry to hear about your father. Peace be with you and your family.
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Yolanda Arts
Wednesday January 11, 2012 at
11:32 PM
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Kathy and Bruce Burr
Tuesday January 10, 2012 at
1:24 PM
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We will miss Jim so much. We loved his smile and his humor!
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Jessica (Schmitz) Newton
Monday January 9, 2012 at
1:21 PM
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I am so sorry for your loss and your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
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Krista (Peterson) Wood
Monday January 9, 2012 at
12:43 PM
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You are in our thoughts & prayers. So sorry for your loss ~
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Patsy Raby
Sunday January 8, 2012 at
12:03 AM
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Paula and family,Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss.
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Gustafsons
Saturday January 7, 2012 at
4:27 PM
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Aper Family, So sorry for your loss are Thoughts an Prayers !
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Connie Packard (C.J.)
Saturday January 7, 2012 at
3:49 PM
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To all of the Aper Family, My thoughts are with each one of you at this time. Jim will be missed but surly not forgotten. Whenever Jim was around he would always have you laughing about some thing. I can't feel your pain, but I do share your sorrow. Nothing is harder then losing someone you love. Use the strength in your memories of Jim, and have faith in tomorrow. With sincere condolences each one of you are in my thoughts.
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Darryl & Margaret Gladding
Saturday January 7, 2012 at
9:48 AM
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Paula, We are so sorry when we heard of the passing of Jim. He was quite the guy, quite a sense of humor!! Darryl especially has many fond memories of Jim.
We'll be saying prayers for you and your family. I just hope that knowing he is walking hand in hand with Jesus, pain free, eases your pain a little. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help. May he rest in peace.
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Carolyn Hansen
Saturday January 7, 2012 at
8:26 AM
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Jim, Tammy and Family- We are sorry to hear that your father has passed away. We are thinking of you at this sad time. Carolyn and Marcus
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Mike Andrews and Kim Wilson
Friday January 6, 2012 at
4:25 PM
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Jamie and Dena,
Mike and I are so sorry for your loss. WE will keep you in our hearts and prayers. Your dad is at peace and hunting for that big buck he had always hoped for.
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