Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Sunday 1/18,
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Sunday 1/18,
5:00 pm
James Herrold Charlton II was born on July 29, 1959, and passed away on December 19, 2025, at the age of 66, leaving behind a lasting legacy of love, laughter, and connection. Jim is survived by his devoted wife, Diane Charlton; daughters Briana Johnson (Andrew Johnson) and Kailey Charlton (Ryan Leedle); sisters Adriane Leigh CharltonContinue Reading
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4 trees were planted in memory of James Charlton 
Christine Kaufmann
left a message on January 15, 2026:
Dear Kailey, Brianna and Diane, Jim was a wonderful man and I have such fond memories from the past. Sending comforting hugs and love.
White light is shining upon all.
Jim will always be with you🩷🩷🩷
Mac Feely
left a message on January 14, 2026:
I am so very sorry for your loss.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of James Charlton . Plant a Tree
Bobi Brouse Bertling (Roberta)
left a message on January 13, 2026:
We are lucky to have so many special memories of time spent with Jim and Diane - all captured by Jim. He was a beautiful person, inside and out. He had so many talents and he brought his joy of life to all of them. We will miss him so much.
Ruben Rivas
left a message on January 12, 2026:
Diane, Briana, and Kailey, Thinking of you and the wonderful memories Jim gave us.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of James Charlton . Plant a Tree
James Guthrie
left a message on January 12, 2026:
As the youngest son of Gloria Charlton; my mother’s sister; I have many fond memories of fun family get togethers with my cousin Jim and his sisters Leigh & Lesley.
Jim was always handsome & charming, with that twinkle in his eye that told you was up to something. He also had a great sense of humor; and an accomplished chef in the kitchen.
Jim was a wonderful photographer and talented musician and he always made people feel at ease.
Sadly, He left us all too soon and will be missed greatly by those that loved him.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jeff & Diane Romaine
left a message on January 11, 2026:
With love and affection always.
Rays of Light Spray was purchased for the family of James Charlton by Jeff & Diane Romaine. Send Flowers
Senator Jody Barrow
left a message on January 7, 2026:
Sending positive thoughts of peace and prayers for the entire family. A great guy and RT friend.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of James Charlton . Plant a Tree
Ali Katula
left a message on January 6, 2026:
Kailey,
Memories of Jim on the sidelines of our soccer games, snapping pictures, and in your family room playing his guitar will always stay in my heart. However, more than anything else, what I remember about Jim is how proud he always was of you. From track to soccer and everything in between, he was your biggest cheerleader, and as a parent now myself I understand the joy that he felt supporting you through it all. May you find comfort in the knowledge of how deeply he loved you and your family, and in the understanding that he is now at peace, still just as proud of you as he always has been.
With all our love to the whole Charlton family,
Ali and Sam Katula
Jim Brophy
left a message on January 6, 2026:
Jim mattered. He shaped people’s lives in ways he probably didn’t realize. He gave laughter, music, friendship and steadiness. Jim was the kind of man who made others better just by being in the room. And the people and lives he touched are smiling at the memories, grateful for the years, and loving Jim like a brother, father, grandfather, husband, and friend. And I’m sure of this - If there is a heaven, the starter on the first tee already knew Jim’s name when he arrived.
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Christine Kaufmann
left a message on January 15, 2026:
Dear Kailey, Brianna and Diane, Jim was a wonderful man and I have such fond memories from the past. Sending comforting hugs and love.
White light is shining upon all.
Jim will always be with you🩷🩷🩷
Mac Feely
left a message on January 14, 2026:
I am so very sorry for your loss.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of James Charlton . Plant a Tree
Bobi Brouse Bertling (Roberta)
left a message on January 13, 2026:
We are lucky to have so many special memories of time spent with Jim and Diane - all captured by Jim. He was a beautiful person, inside and out. He had so many talents and he brought his joy of life to all of them. We will miss him so much.
Ruben Rivas
left a message on January 12, 2026:
Diane, Briana, and Kailey, Thinking of you and the wonderful memories Jim gave us.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of James Charlton . Plant a Tree
James Guthrie
left a message on January 12, 2026:
As the youngest son of Gloria Charlton; my mother’s sister; I have many fond memories of fun family get togethers with my cousin Jim and his sisters Leigh & Lesley.
Jim was always handsome & charming, with that twinkle in his eye that told you was up to something. He also had a great sense of humor; and an accomplished chef in the kitchen.
Jim was a wonderful photographer and talented musician and he always made people feel at ease.
Sadly, He left us all too soon and will be missed greatly by those that loved him.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Jeff & Diane Romaine
left a message on January 11, 2026:
With love and affection always.
Rays of Light Spray was purchased for the family of James Charlton by Jeff & Diane Romaine. Send Flowers
Senator Jody Barrow
left a message on January 7, 2026:
Sending positive thoughts of peace and prayers for the entire family. A great guy and RT friend.
A memorial tree was planted in memory of James Charlton . Plant a Tree
Ali Katula
left a message on January 6, 2026:
Kailey,
Memories of Jim on the sidelines of our soccer games, snapping pictures, and in your family room playing his guitar will always stay in my heart. However, more than anything else, what I remember about Jim is how proud he always was of you. From track to soccer and everything in between, he was your biggest cheerleader, and as a parent now myself I understand the joy that he felt supporting you through it all. May you find comfort in the knowledge of how deeply he loved you and your family, and in the understanding that he is now at peace, still just as proud of you as he always has been.
With all our love to the whole Charlton family,
Ali and Sam Katula
Jim Brophy
left a message on January 6, 2026:
Jim mattered. He shaped people’s lives in ways he probably didn’t realize. He gave laughter, music, friendship and steadiness. Jim was the kind of man who made others better just by being in the room. And the people and lives he touched are smiling at the memories, grateful for the years, and loving Jim like a brother, father, grandfather, husband, and friend. And I’m sure of this - If there is a heaven, the starter on the first tee already knew Jim’s name when he arrived.
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