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James Hadl

1949 - 2020

James Hadl obituary, 1949-2020, Lawrence, KS

BORN

1949

DIED

2020

James Hadl Obituary

James (Jim) Edwin Hadl, 71 of Eudora, passed away December 1, 2020 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital during emergency surgery.

Jim was born September 27, 1949 in Lawrence, Kansas. He was the third of nine children of Allan and Viola (Root) Hadl. Jim had a life-long passion for cars, growing his garden, hunting and raising animals. "Shingles" , his nickname came from when he roofed houses, he would say, "If you are without a roof, you're without shingles."

Jim worked hard all of his life. Starting at the Eudora Lumber Company until 1974, then the Lawrence Paper Company where he later retired in 2015.

He is survived by his children Jerry Hadl (Annie) of Eudora, Brad Hadl (Stacey Herschell) of Linwood, Kari Hadl (Evan Wilson) of Lawrence ; his grandchildren, Taylor Hadl, Kayla Railsback, Connor Hadl and Cameron Herschell. In addition to his former wife and good friend, Pam Hadl of Eudora.

He will be missed by his six sisters and one brother; Betty Miller, Marilyn Weeks, Nancy Higbie, Lori Hadl, Patricia Gifford, Connie Larson and Bill Hadl.

He was preceded in death by his father, his mother and his sister Jeannie.

The family is planning a celebration of life on December 12, 2020 at 2pm. This will be held at his residence. We ask that you park and stay in your car in order to social distance. The service will be projected on a screen.

If you share Jim's love of cars, you are welcome to drive your hotrod to the service.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Lawrence Journal-World from Dec. 5 to Dec. 8, 2020.

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John Durkin

December 8, 2020

My condolences to Jim’s family and friends. Went to school with Jim at Holy Family and Eudora High.

Hillary Johnson

December 7, 2020

Jerry, Brad, Kari, Annie, and Pam,

So sorry for your loss. Jim was an awesome man and life will not be the same without him. This many be long, but thought it would make you laugh some.

Not even sure where to start, because we shared so many good memories. From the first time I met him (city girl/cheerleader), to Duke (the colt) taking off with the lead rope still on and you, Jerry and Brad laughing watching Kari and I trying to catch him (learned a valuable lesson; not to wear break away pants LOL), to helping with the 69' (Good Ole Red and White) and the Corvette. Or the time the there was a smell coming from the shop ceiling and City Girl went to figure it. I learned a lot in the shop, but most importantly, how to get dirty with boys (working on trucks, cars or whatever). Probably the best one was, you telling me to take the baby kitty home, because no way would my mom tell me NO then. I also remember, taking out a dozen cookie roses (I think) to LPC on Valentines Day/Anniversary/Birthday (can't remember which one, but his face was priceless. Don't think I ever seen him change that shade of red LOL). I can remember our long talks on the front porch and all the encouragement you gave me to better myself.

You will truly be missed. Never gone, because you will always be in our heart. Rest in Paradise. Until we meet again.

Hillary (Harris) Johnson

Lisa (Root) Ische

December 7, 2020

Condolences to the Hadl family. I was fortunate to meet Jim on his last trip to MN - what a nice guy! Sending Hugs, Love and Prayers.

Gary and Kim Steffen

December 7, 2020

Jerry, Brad, Kari and Pam,
We were so sad to hear of Jim's passing. You will be in our thoughts and prayers.

Judi McCartney

December 7, 2020

So, sorry to hear about Jim, he was my friend. Loved his crazy sense of humor. Condolences to his family.

Glenna McKinney

December 6, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Glenna McKinney

December 6, 2020

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Lucius and Jan

December 6, 2020

Nancy Higbie and family: Lucius and I send our condolences to you at the loss of your brother. Know we are praying and thinking of you as you grieve.

Gary Meyer

December 6, 2020

Jim will be missed by all who new him.just want let the kids and grandkids know my thoughts go out to you

TRIG OLESON

December 6, 2020

A great friend, and a Super guy. I will miss you Jim. Lots of great memories. RIP my friend, you were loved by many.

Gary L. Wheeler

December 6, 2020

I met Jim in 1964 and worked many years with him at Lawrence Paper Company, my thoughts and prayers go out to family members. Rest in peace my friend.

Connie (Hadl) Larson

December 5, 2020

Hey Jim this is your baby sister asking for one more favor, please give Jeannie, mom and daddy a big kiss and hug from us all!! As we mend our broken hearts and put one foot in front of the other you leave us all with such wonderful memories. Love you so much big brother. Jerry,brad and Kari my heart and prayers are with you and I love you guys so much.

Connor J Hadl

December 5, 2020

he was a good guy and a great hunter he will be very missed. also one day me and my dad brad were down in he's shop working on jerry's work truck and jim said oh i will come and check on you guys here a little bit... 3 hours passed and he never came back to check on us.

denny JOHNSON

December 5, 2020

I worked with Jimmie for a long time ,he was my neighbor and friend he will be missed.

denny JOHNSON

December 5, 2020

Jimmy was a friend and neighbor and will be missed, I worked with him for years at Lawrence Paper Company.

Connor J Heall

December 5, 2020

He was a good guy and sucks that he passed RIP

Paula Johnson

December 5, 2020

Jim will be missed by many. He was a good neighbor and friend.

Bruce Newman

December 5, 2020

You will be missed by many. Rest in peace my friend.

Marlene (McCoy) Bendon

December 5, 2020

So very sorry to hear that Jim has passed. Jim was a very good friend that I will always cherish. What a fun time we had, he will be missed so much. RIP BUDDY we will meet up again someday!!!!

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