Passed away peacefully after a sudden illness at Stratford General Hospital on Tuesday, February 3, 2026 at the age of 72. Loving father of Cassandra, and Jennette MacVicar. Beloved brother of Anita Giesen, and Betty Ann Martin and caring grandfather of Harmany, Lyric-Jayde, and Garrett-Patrick. Fondly remembered by his nieces and nephews and many friends from Exeter and surrounding areas. Predeceased by his parents Gordon and Jeanne Gignac.
A lifelong enthusiast of everything and anything on wheels, James could be found either taking excellent care of his car or motorcycle, attending car shows with friends or enjoying a scenic ride in the country. He was passionate about food, from sharing a meal out to collecting cookbooks and trying out new recipes with family.
Visitation will be held at Haskett Funeral Home, 223 Main Street, LUCAN on Saturday, February 28th from 10 AM until the time of the service in the funeral home at 11 AM. Cremation has taken place. Private family interment St. Patrick Catholic Cemetery, Lucan.
Donations to Stratford General Hospital Foundation or a charity of your choice.
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Dianne Underhill
Just heard of Jim’s passing, Ride free my friend
Ferlin A Sovereign
I use to ride motorcycles with Jim back in the 80’s
We had some fun time riding with friends and visiting some drinking holes, Jim was a quite guy
My condolences to his family
Maria (Mickie) Struyke-Laurin
To Jim’s daughters Cassandra and Jennette and his family. I was so saddened to learn that Jim passed. I have known him since back in the days when I had Shaws Dairy store when you were both little girls. Over the years when I would run into Jim we reminisce about back then and he would also keep me updated on how both you were doing. He spoke With so much love and proudness of his family.
May Jim rest in peace.
Doug Coward
My condolences to Jim’s family. He was a great guy to bike with!
Mark Heimrich
Cassandra, Jennette, Anita, Betty Ann, Margaret & Mark & all Jim’s family & friends;
Our sincere condolences in the unexpected passing of Jim. He was just a great guy all around. I’ve known Jim since the early 80’s. I worked on his car as an apprentice auto mechanic at Canadian Tire, under Art.
Jim was always soft spoken, kind and accommodating. He and I had many good talks over the years, usually about cars. We got to know one another better over the last four years, since he has been very valued and appreciated tenant of ours. Jim was always content and always a pleasure to be around and have around. He was not just a tenant, he was a friend. We will all miss him dearly. Rest in peace Jim.
Mark & Julie Heimrich, Sarah, Scott & Spencer; and tenants & staff at Heimrich Apartment Rentals
Butch Wuerth
So very sorry to here of Jim’s passing, Jim popped in on his Harley a few months ago having coffee with him getting caught up and talking about the old Dunline days when we worked together always enjoyed his company rest in peace my friend
Margaret Brintnell
To All of Jim’s family
Very shocked to read about Jim. We have known him for many years. Great guy who will be missed by family & friends. Rented to him many years ago in Huron Park. Worked at Dunline in Huron Park .
Enjoyed having coffee with him & conversations at MacDonalds. Share your Memories now & in the future. We extend our sympathy. Rest In Peace Jim.
Margaret Brintnell & Brad Wright
Brenda and Fred Smith
So sorry to hear that Jim passed
Been long time friend
Hugs to all
Cathy Fuller
I am very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. I will always remember him from our Dunline days
Mrs. Glenda J. Lewis
To all of Jim’s family, I was saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a good friend of my husband Dave.
My condolences to all of you
RIP Jim
Hanna Denotter
I remember your brother, Jimmy, Anita, when we were little and your mother would pick us all up and bring us to school. Time flies. He seemed like a happy little guy. Condolences. Hanney
Art Hunking
Condolences to the whole family. I shared many good chats and coffee with Jim when I lived in Exeter. Great guy and I know he will be truly missed
Helen (Timmermans) MacEvoy
My heartfelt condolences to the family. I’ve known Jim my whole life and as my brother’s lifelong best friend, I will always had fond memories of him. He was a unique person and will be missed.
Cathy Glavin
May he rest in peace.🌹
Darrell Kuntz
My deepest condolences to Jimmy’s family and friends.
Jim was a pleasure to be around and will be deeply missed.
Doc