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James M. "Jimmy" Wuerstle, age 65, of King St., Dunkirk, died peacefully on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 as a result of complications from COVID-19. He was born in Dunkirk on December 1, 1955, son of the late Catherine (McCraith) Wuerstle and James Wuerstle.
James was a 1974 graduate of Cardinal Mindszenty High School. He earned a BA in Fine Arts from SUNY Fredonia and studied at Gannon University to become an x-ray technician and ultrasound technician.
Jimmy will be remembered as a prolific artist, an avid Harley rider, and a passionate NRA member. He was a member of many clubs, including the Fredonia Beaver Club, the Dunkirk Conservation Club and the Dunkirk Falcons. He was also a member of two local gun clubs, South Shore Rod and Gun and Hanover Fish and Game, where he earned the nickname, "Doc Holiday".
Jim touched the lives of everyone who knew him with his gentle, compassionate nature, his unique sense of humor, and through the beauty he brought to the world with his art. He was a lifetime learner who always had a good book around, and an artist with a keen eye for interesting and beautiful scenery. He is especially revered by his family for the selflessness he showed when he left his job and moved back home to become his mother's full-time caregiver.
Jimmy is survived by his sister, Beverly Vail and two brothers, Thomas (Tomijean) and Donald Wuerstle. He was preceded in death by his eldest sister, Kathryn (James) Zacharias. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, who will always cherish the unique outlook he brought into their lives.
No calling hours will be observed. Jimmy's private Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, Jan. 19, at 10 a.m. at Our Lady of Mercy Church. The Mass will be live-streamed at www.YouTube.com/ourladyofmercyharborcreek for those who wish to attend virtually. Following the Funeral Mass, Jimmy will be laid to rest at Forest Hills Cemetery in Fredonia. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be designated to St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church, 328 Washington Ave., Dunkirk, NY 14048.