James B. Schiffer

James B. “Jim” Schiffer died on October 16, 2026, in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, while fulfilling another of his “bucket list” travels.

Jim was born on February 20, 1950, in Cleveland, Ohio to David Adler Schiffer and Jane (Lavine) Schiffer. He graduated from New Trier High School and attended Arizona Western College. On December 30, 1972, Jim married Margaret Mary Franken at Resurrection Catholic Church, in De Pere.

For most of his life, Jim worked as a route driver. He loved his work and was still driving a couple days a week for Premier Logistics. Jim was an avid fisherman, he enjoyed playing cards and loved to travel. Above all, Jim loved and cherished every moment spent with his family. Jim was active in the Marriage Encounter community and recently volunteered in the choir at Resurrection Catholic Church.

Jim is survived by his wife, of nearly 54 years, Marge; his son and daughter-in-law, James and Angela Schiffer; his daughter and son-in-law Christie and Bob Zuleger; his granddaughters, Addalynn and Jossalynn Schiffer, as well as Eiley Schiffer and her fiancée, Joey Nelson and son Oliver, and Elizabeth Visgar. Jim is further survived by brothers and sisters-in-law, Richard and Mary Schiffer of London, England, and Donald and Susan Schiffer of San Diego, CA.; a sister-in-law, Judy Franken as well as several nephews and many other relatives and friends.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; and in-laws, Robert and Marguerite Franken.

Family and friends may gather for visitation on Sunday, November 8, 2026, from 1:00 to 4:00pm, with a prayer service at 3:30pm, at Cotter Funeral Home (860 N Webster Ave. De Pere, WI 54115). Visitation will continue Monday, November 9, 2026, from 9:00 to 10:45am, with a memorial Mass at 11:00am, at Resurrection Catholic Church (333 Hilltop Dr. Green Bay, WI 54301), with Fr. Doug LeCaptain celebrating.

Jim’s family extends heartfelt gratitude and thanks to Calgary First Responders, Delta Downtown Hotel and Foothills Medical Center for their compassionate care.