James L. Framstad, 65, of Fremont, OH passed away at his home on Sunday, February 21, 2021. He was born April 30, 1955 in Seattle, WA, the son of Waldemar and Bessie “Betsy” (Standard) Framstad. He received a bachelor’s degree in music from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire and he also studied at the University of Minnesota and was licensed in long term care administration.
Jim married Carlynn Rumsey on November 25, 1978 in St. Paul, MN and she survives. He was a nursing home administrator at Bethesda Care Center for six years and then an interim administrator at various nursing homes. Jim was also a music therapist.
Jim was a member of Grace Community Church. He was a faithful Christian who loved the Lord. He loved playing his trumpet with the Brass Choir and Jazz Band at Terra State and playing music at nursing homes. He enjoyed ping pong, tennis, gardening and traveling.
Jim is survived by his wife of forty-two years, Carlynn Framstad, Fremont, OH; children, Jonathan Framstad, Toledo, OH, Jeremy (Jennifer) Framstad, Clyde, OH and Benjamin (Amanda) Framstad, Wooster, OH; grandchildren, Grady, Rowan, Cooper and Gretta Framstad; sisters, Lynne (Cleve) Payne, Marietta, GA, Lois (Ken) Morris of Round Rock, TX, Mary (George) Atkinson, Williamsburg, VA and Gracia (Steve) Plehn, Rhinelander, WI.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A memorial service will take place on Saturday, February 27, 2021; 1:00 p.m. at Grace Community Church, 900 Smith Rd., Fremont, OH.
A private burial will take place at Greenlawn Memorial Gardens, Clyde, OH.
Memorials can be made to Grace Community Church or Association for Frontotemporal Degeneration (AFTD).
Online condolences may be expressed to the family below.
Arrangements are entrusted to Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, Fremont, OH.
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Marian Grems
All of heaven is smiling and toe tapping to the sound of accordion melodies from it’s newest angel.
Holding you tight in my thoughts, heart and prayers.
Marianb
Kathryn Smith
Dear Carlynn, my heart aches for you upon losing this sweet, handsome man. May God give him grace and peace as well as you and your family. Kathy Smith
Marlene Sprenger Fabbro
Jim Framstad was one of the kindest, most loving men I have ever known. He was always friendly, thoughtful, and generously caring. His attention to the needs of people was evident in the way he looked and listened to others. His musical gifts and sense of humor were ready to lift every heart. The quality I most admired was his deep commitment to his family. I thank God and Carlynn for sharing Jim with me during his later years. The angelic sound of those old hymns coming from Jim’s beautiful voice will be a cherished memory.
Michael Stuckey
Jim, you will be truly missed here on earth, but Heaven has gained a wonderful soul who has blessed everybody here on earth. May God bless all of your family in their time of mourning.
Larry S Lundy
I never meet this couple, but set in motion Heartland Hospice that help Carlynn in their journey with FTD Dementia. My wife also had this horrific dementia, and with Covid-19 never got to meet the family, but had the opportunity to share life experiences through our support group phone share.
Respectfully: Larry S. Lundy, Husband/caregiver.
Joleen Kubiszewski
Dear Carlynn and Family,
We were all so blessed to know and love Jim. Our prayers and hugs to you in your loss.
Bob and Joleen
Kenny and Donna Rumsey
We are very sorry to hear this news. We loved Jim too and felt that he was such a sweet and kind part of our family and we dearly loved him. We will both be praying for you all and will be thinking of you, Lynn and the rest of your family too.
Tara Hanson (Kubiszewski)
I haven’t seen Jim in many years but I have fond memories from when our families would see one another. Jim was always smiling and joking around. He had such a joy about him and you could tell he loved his family very much.
Praying the Lord comforts you all during this time and provides you with strength.
Beth Shanabrook Williman
Dear Carlynn & family,
My sincere sympathy on Jim’s passing. May God comfort your hearts and fill you with his peace. I will remember him for his sweet smile, his delightful sense of humor and his love of music. We know he is rejoicing and singing now.
God’s blessings.
Margie Roberts
I knew Jim when he attended UWEC. He was always a fun-loving, enjoyable person with whom to spend time and I feel blessed to have known him. Your family is in my prayers. May your memories bring you comfort.
Mary Truax
Dear Carlynn and family – Tom and I are so sorry for your tremendous loss. It’s been a long tough road that you have all been on, but your strong faith will help you and bring you peace. We will hold you all in our thoughts and prayers. Peace be with you. With our love, Mary and Tom Truax
Benjamin Hardee
Ben, I am sorry to hear of your father’s passing. May the words of the old Men’s Choir song ring true once again. Glory over younder/ When Jesus comes in glory we will part no more.
Love
Benjamin Hardee
Mary Schuett
My heart & prayers go out to you,Carlynn, & your family. I know you from years back in MIT. Your husband sounds very gifted. I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you find comfort in 2 Corinthians 5:1-5.
Pam and Bill Pickard
We send out our deepest sympathy for Jim and family, we pray for you all. We really enjoyed the time we shared in the music ministry at Grace. He will surely be missed. It was a blessing to know Jim, much love
Fran
I remember the days at CF, when Jim would get up early and play a song on his trumpet as a wake-up call for all campers and staff. So enjoyed working with you both on evening programs. You have my deepest condolences for you and family. Cherish the memories. Thoughts and prayers to you.
Marcia Thurow
Jim was one of my favorite classmates and fellow band member at Marinette High School. I have lots of fond and fun memories. He was a great guy and I always appreciated his Christian character. You have my deepest sympathy, love, and prayers.
Heather Pocock
Fondly remembering Jim smiling and stopping me every Sunday to tell me that my red hair reminded him of his sisters. He never failed to tell me that. I loved it and it warmed my heart. As I would see him approaching me in the hall or in the sanctuary, I knew exactly what he was about to say by the smile on his face. It was precious to me. Your family will remain in our prayers,
Love, Heather Pocock and family
Theresa Hensley
Dear Carlynn and Family,
So sorry for the loss of Jim May the Lord continue to carry all of you through this time and the days ahead God Bless and Prayers
Jay and Theresa Hensley
Valerie Miller
Carlynn and family,
There are no words….but prayers to our Father for comfort, peace and strength in the days ahead. I am sending a hug.
Valerie
MIT
Joan Anderson
Carlton and family,
Let God carry you through the time of mourning. He will bear you up with peace and calm. We feel sorrow for your loss of such a very wonderful man.
John and Brenda Havens
Carlynn and Family,
Jim was always smiling when we saw him at Grace. He was well loved and you all took great care of him. May your minds remember all of the sweet things you experienced in Jim’s long journey.
You are all in our prayers.
Don and Marilyn Rumsey
Dear Carlynn, Jonathan, Jeremy, Benjamin and families, We were saddened by the news of James’ passing. He was a wonderful person to be around. I’m sure you have many, many fond memories of times spent with him.
All our love to you.
Don and Marilyn Rumsey
Michael and Tiffani Ortiz
I’m sorry for your loss. We wish that we could be there with all of you. We love you and are also praying for all of you. He was an amazing and wonderful person to be around.
Steve & Jeanie Buckingham
Jim had to have incredible compassion to the people who’s lives he touched playing music, knowing he could be one of them at some point. He is blessed by his son’s, and loved by his wife, his family and friends.
Judy
Heaven gained an awesome man!! I am so glad you let me help care for him in his last months here on earth. I have only know you guys for a short time but loved talking to all of you and loved the relationship and care you had with him. I will miss him sticking his tongue out at me and his gorgeous blue eyes. Please know that I am here for all of you if you need anything, please don’t hesitate to ask. May you rest in peace Jim.
/Donna and Terry Thatcher
Our heartfelt sympathy and prayers are with you Carlynn and your entire family. Jim was such a great asset in our community in so many ways. May you feel God’s peace and comfort now and in the days ahead.
Joan Knight
Dear Family , I played horn with Jim in Terra Brass and found him to be a sweet guy who always had something nice to say and was always happy to be there. He kept saying I reminded him of his sister and told me what instruments they all played. The ending of the video is just heartbreaking. But I see the love of his family over the years through the video and his everlasting smile. I’m sure he is missed by all, and I was saddened to hear of his death. I’m sure he is playing in the band in Heaven with our co-musician Tom Hetzel who passed last year. God Bless