Birth date: Dec 14, 1956 Death date: Feb 25, 2013
Jim Kopec, 56, of Springfield, passed away Monday, February 25, 2013, at his home with his family by his side. Jim was born December 14, 1956 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Joseph Vincent and Lois Jean Marie (Schmidt) Kopec. Aft Read Obituary
Jim was my gymnastics coach when I was young. He was such a wonderful coach and an awesome person. He will be greatly missed.
Ruth,Deeply sorry to you & Shawn for your loss. Prayers & thoughts to everyone.Will never forget you and the kind supervisor you were to all of us.Carole & Bob Kindermann
Jim was my son's day care teacher at First Baptist. The kids enjoyed spending the day learning and having fun. So sorry for your loss.
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Jim was my gymnastics coach at the YWCA when I was a little girl. He pushed us to do our best, he was patient and very kind. So sorry for his family. Died at 56, just too soon. May you rest in peace coach!
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God now as a very special angel with him. Yes Jim is a very special person and I am very happy and proud that I was able to know him and his friendship. My prayers and thoughts are with you Ruth and Shawn as well as any support you all need. May god bless you and keep you during this time. Amen. Sincerely, your friend Bob
