James "Jim" Edward Salzman

James "Jim" Edward Salzman, 84, of Cape Girardeau, Missouri passed away Tuesday, July 30th, 2024 at his residence and was surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on February 26th,1940 in Dixon, IL to Louis Frederick and Evelyn Pauline (Byers) Salzman. He met his soulmate, Caraline Coakley, in 1956 and they were married in Dixon, IL on April 22nd, 1961. Before retirement, Jim served as the advertising manager for the Cash-Book Journal for 18 years. During his tenure, he was proud to serve the community and was able to create lifelong relationships with many of his co-workers. He considered this to be his favorite occupation. Jim cherished spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, who he held very close to his heart. He was a fanatical fan of Southeast Missouri University athletics and enjoyed attending their football and basketball games, as well as serving on the Booster Club Board. Jim enjoyed a good round of golf, was a letterman on his high school football team, and played league baseball in his youth. Jim lived his life as a faithful servant of the Lord and was a member of St. Andrew Lutheran Church, where he loved singing in the church choir. He also loved to travel, especially with his long-time friends, Aaron and Judy Johnson. Many of his happiest times were spent on the road with them, meeting new people and seeing new places. He loved to socialize and was always eager to enjoy a conversation with new and old friends. Survivors include his wife of 63 years, Caraline (Coakley) Salzman of Cape Girardeau, Mo; three sons, Mark Salzman of St. Louis, Mo., Andrew (Kaoru Ishiyama) Salzman of Seattle WA, Matthew Salzman of Imperial, MO; two grandchildren, Zoey Salzman, Landon Salzman; sister Jane (Michael) Kreider of Rochelle, IL; brother-in-law, R. Michael (Myra Neeley) Coakley of Shelbyville, TN; niece, Katrina Kreider of Lindenwood, IL; nephew, Corey (Susie) Kreider of Rochelle, Il. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM on Monday, August 12th, 2024, at Ford and Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau, Mo. A Celebration of Life will be held at 12:00PM, Monday, August 12th, 2024, at Ford and Sons Mt. Auburn Chapel in Cape Girardeau, MO with Chaplin Fred Burgard officiating. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Francis Hospice. Online condolences may be made at: www.fordandsonsfuneralhome.com . Ford and Sons Funeral Home-Mt. Auburn is in charge of the arrangements.

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James "Jim" Edward Salzman

February 26, 1940 - July 30, 2024