James Lorne Ilnitski
November 4, 1946 – December 8, 2021
In loving memory of James Ilnitski 75 years. It is with great sorrow we announce his unexpected passing at Health Sciences North on December 8th 2021 surrounded by his loving wife and family.
Beloved son “Jimmy” of Joseph and AnnaStasia (nee Chepaskie) Ilnitski (predeceased). Survived by his loving and devoted wife of fifty-six years, Shirley (nee Roach). Jim and Shirley raised three beautiful children, Tracey James “Junior,” Tina (Claudio), and Tiffany. Cherished grandfather of Jori-Lee (Aaron), Macey (Tom), Cloey, Darcie (Sonia), Joshua, Michael, and Jamie-Lee. He will be deeply missed by his siblings Ken (Kay predeceased), Barbara (Brian), Darlene, Dennis (Collette) and Mary (Richard) and by his many brothers and sisters in law, Marilyn (Ray predeceased), Jean (Doug), Gloria (Clem), Lillian (Bob predeceased), Hilda (Phil predeceased), Anne (Gilles), Christy (predeceased), Gail (predeceased), Kevin predeceased (Etta), Kelly and Sherry. Jim will be missed by his many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Jim worked at INCO as a millwright and retired after thirty years of service. He was a big believer in giving back to the community and served on the City of Sudbury Council and Regional Council for nine years representing Ward 4. Jim served on several committees including Chairman of the Donovan Improvement Committee where he worked endlessly on implementing improvements to the parks, playgrounds and walking trails to mention a few of his accomplishments.
Jim found great joy in the Navy League Cadet Corps. Sudbury #44 and served as Commanding and Area Officer. Many of our memories are of Jim in full uniform at numerous functions where he formed countless long-lasting friendships.
As an active member of the community, he was a member of numerous organizations, some of which are: Manitoulin North Shore Navel Vets, Royal Canadian Legion Branch 76 Sudbury, Old Guard Sudbury Association, VETAC of City of Greater Sudbury, Irish Association 2nd Bat Irish Regiment of Canada, 2912 Irish Army Cadet Corp Band Master, Founding member of the Admiral Mountbatten Alumni and HMCS Acadia to name a few.
Jim was a man of great faith and was President of the Holy Trinity Parish Council, Past President of the Holy Trinity Men’s Club where he headed many fund raisers for the Holy Trinity Youth Camp on Rock Lake.
Jim loved to travel and take trips with his wife to Las Vegas, Mexico and Hawaii. There are many happy memories of the great family road trips to visit family in Nova Scotia, Vancouver, Pembroke, Chapeau, Ottawa, Sault Ste. Marie, and Toronto. He was the king of car pool karaoke.
A lover of sports, he could often be seen sporting a bowling shirt, hockey jersey, or a baseball jersey. Not only was he a player, he was also a coach. There were many laughs and good times on the lanes, ice and ball fields. He enjoyed Friday night league hockey and fast ball with his son. An avid Blue Jays fan, he never missed an opportunity to watch a Jays game with Shirley. Jim loved a great round of golf with his family and friends.
Always the good story teller, Jim will be missed at all social gatherings. Generous to a fault, he was there to help anyone in need. Jim’s great pleasure was to give to those who needed help. He surrounded himself with the important things in life, family and friends.
He will be missed by all hearts he touched.
Resting at the Lougheed Funeral Home, 252 Regent St., at Hazel St. on Sunday, December 26, 2021 from 2-5; 7-9pm. Funeral Mass at Christ the King Church, 30 Beech St., Sudbury on Monday, December 27, 2021 at 9:30am. Cremation at the Park Lawn Crematorium. Donations to Diabetes Canada, the Arthritis Society or a charity of choice would be appreciated. For donations or messages of condolence, www.lougheedfuneralhomes.com
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Wednesday December 8th 2021
Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de James Lorne Ilnitski Wednesday December 8th 2021..
Décès pour la Ville:Sudbury, Province: Ontario