Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Thursday 10/3,
4:00 pm - 6:15 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home Milwaukee
9000 West Capitol Drive
Milwaukee, WI 53222
Thursday 10/3,
6:30 pm
Memorial
In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated to
Americal Veteran’s Association
or
196th Infantry Brigade Association, and Havenwood State Forest.
James W. Gales “Jim” January 5, 1951- September 24, 2024 Beloved husband, brother, uncle, son, and friend. Proud Army Sgt. Veteran of the Vietnam war. Loving husband of Darlene Gemoll. Son of Carl and Delores Garbers. Brother he admired Tom (Marilyn) Gales. Loving brother of Ruth “Rosie” (Neal) Bembenek. Also loved and will be missedContinue Reading
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Jenny Bennett
left a message on September 29, 2024:
Being a pen pal with Jim during the war, and well beyond, has been such a rewarding and cherished experience. Thoughts and prayers for Darlene, and the whole family.
Godspeed, Jim.
The Piatts (longtime neighbors)
left a message on September 28, 2024:
Sending all of our love to the Gales family
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of James Gales by The Piatts (longtime neighbors). Send Flowers
Debbie Hagan, Rodney Hagan, Shana Kilgore, & Ashley Bell
left a message on September 27, 2024:
We are praying for you and the family. Jim was a great man who we know will be greatly missed. Sent with much love from the Frank Hagan family.
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of James Gales by Debbie Hagan, Rodney Hagan, Shana Kilgore, & Ashley Bell. Send Flowers
Kim Holzberger
left a message on September 27, 2024:
We(my brothers: Keith, Kevin and I) knew Jim well growing up and playing strike out at Hampton School in the summer. I recall, he lead a color guard of young ladies, instructing them how to march while twirling a fake rifle. Later in life; we worked together laying carpet for Bob Treants in Madison. Jim truly was a great friend, even to my father; they would see each other at the VA, sit and talk for an hour or until their appointments. Jim will be missed by many friends and family.
Charles Hartman
left a message on September 26, 2024:
Darlene,
We were so sorry to hear about Jim passing. We were glad to be able to see you guys the last two get togethers.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlie & Vonda Hartman
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Robert Hemmis
left a message on September 26, 2024:
I'd like to express my sincere condolences on Jim's passing. Our time together in Viet Nam made us brothers forever and I will remember him fondly.
Rodney Hagan
left a message on September 26, 2024:
Jim was a great American!! He was also a great friend to our family! The family of Frank Hagan will always be thankful that God placed Jim in our father's life as a fellow soldier and more importantly, a friend. Our heart breaks over his passing, but we also take great comfort in know that he is no longer suffering in this world. Darlene, you and the family are in our prayers.
Chris, Pam, Max, and Ian
left a message on September 26, 2024:
Rest in peace, Uncle Jim. You will be missed but not forgotten.
Red Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of James Gales by Chris, Pam, Max, and Ian. Send Flowers
Clinton Vogel
left a message on September 26, 2024:
Jim and I became friends and Brothers 53 years ago serving together
in Vietnam. I will miss him immensely. He could make some one smile and laugh even in scary times over there. Jim could lift one"s spirit when they were down or homesick. Jim will remain in my thoughts Forever. That is the kind man he was. HE was truly a BROTHER.
Larry Tallacus
left a message on September 25, 2024:
It's always sad when we lose a brother. Jim was my No. 1 gunner in Weapons Platoon in the Vietnam War. After the war, he made sure to stay in contact with as many of the Weapons Platoon as possible. Even from a distance, he kept them all connected. Thanks Jim. May your path be free of obstacles.
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Jenny Bennett
left a message on September 29, 2024:
Being a pen pal with Jim during the war, and well beyond, has been such a rewarding and cherished experience. Thoughts and prayers for Darlene, and the whole family.
Godspeed, Jim.
The Piatts (longtime neighbors)
left a message on September 28, 2024:
Sending all of our love to the Gales family
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of James Gales by The Piatts (longtime neighbors). Send Flowers
Debbie Hagan, Rodney Hagan, Shana Kilgore, & Ashley Bell
left a message on September 27, 2024:
We are praying for you and the family. Jim was a great man who we know will be greatly missed. Sent with much love from the Frank Hagan family.
Florist's Choice Bouquet was purchased for the family of James Gales by Debbie Hagan, Rodney Hagan, Shana Kilgore, & Ashley Bell. Send Flowers
Kim Holzberger
left a message on September 27, 2024:
We(my brothers: Keith, Kevin and I) knew Jim well growing up and playing strike out at Hampton School in the summer. I recall, he lead a color guard of young ladies, instructing them how to march while twirling a fake rifle. Later in life; we worked together laying carpet for Bob Treants in Madison. Jim truly was a great friend, even to my father; they would see each other at the VA, sit and talk for an hour or until their appointments. Jim will be missed by many friends and family.
Charles Hartman
left a message on September 26, 2024:
Darlene,
We were so sorry to hear about Jim passing. We were glad to be able to see you guys the last two get togethers.
You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Charlie & Vonda Hartman
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Robert Hemmis
left a message on September 26, 2024:
I'd like to express my sincere condolences on Jim's passing. Our time together in Viet Nam made us brothers forever and I will remember him fondly.
Rodney Hagan
left a message on September 26, 2024:
Jim was a great American!! He was also a great friend to our family! The family of Frank Hagan will always be thankful that God placed Jim in our father's life as a fellow soldier and more importantly, a friend. Our heart breaks over his passing, but we also take great comfort in know that he is no longer suffering in this world. Darlene, you and the family are in our prayers.
Chris, Pam, Max, and Ian
left a message on September 26, 2024:
Rest in peace, Uncle Jim. You will be missed but not forgotten.
Red Florist's Choice was purchased for the family of James Gales by Chris, Pam, Max, and Ian. Send Flowers
Clinton Vogel
left a message on September 26, 2024:
Jim and I became friends and Brothers 53 years ago serving together
in Vietnam. I will miss him immensely. He could make some one smile and laugh even in scary times over there. Jim could lift one"s spirit when they were down or homesick. Jim will remain in my thoughts Forever. That is the kind man he was. HE was truly a BROTHER.
Larry Tallacus
left a message on September 25, 2024:
It's always sad when we lose a brother. Jim was my No. 1 gunner in Weapons Platoon in the Vietnam War. After the war, he made sure to stay in contact with as many of the Weapons Platoon as possible. Even from a distance, he kept them all connected. Thanks Jim. May your path be free of obstacles.
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Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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