Gates, New York: James (Jim, Jimmy) Mitchell Mars, age 82, passed away peacefully at home, in Gates, New York, on March 2, 2021, He was born on March 21, 1938 to Wiebe and Shirley (Anderson) Mars, in Muskegon, Michigan.
Jim served in the Air Force and retired from GM/Delphi as an engineer. Jim passionately enjoyed building engines for stock and drag racing. His biggest enjoyment was building street rods and driving them anywhere the road would take him. He always said, “If you see my street rod being towed, it was stolen and call 911”. He belonged to several street rod clubs over the years, where he met lifelong friends.
Jim will be dearly missed by his wife of 27 years, Linda (Crandall); his daughters Michelle (Kris Hoffman) Primmer, Sue (Joe) McElvaney, Chris (Matt) Clark and his grandchildren, Connor and Cammie Clark; his brother- and sister-in-law Ray and Mary Smith and many nieces, nephews and close friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, two brothers: Doug and Rick; two sisters Barbara Duff and her husband Jim, and Marilyn Hittle and her husband Merle; and grandson Kenny Primmer, Jr.
Jim had a special place in his heart for Missy Tuesday and Skipper. He enjoyed seeing all their pictures and videos, it brightened his last days.
According to Jim’s wishes, there will be no services and a cremation has taken place. But he never said we couldn’t have a party…details will follow this summer.
So much love filled that house, and I know there are many stories yet to be told! Rest In Peace Jim & God Bless all who graced his time here on earth, especially Aunt Linda Mars. May happy memories flood your heart and God grant your mind Peace.
I’m truly sorry for your loss my friend.
May you always have beautiful memories.
Until you meet again, peace and love for you.
Love you,
Robin
We loved Jim so much and little Missy Tuesday is going to miss him dearly. He always brightened her day so much!! We are so happy they were able to spend time together. Rest in peace Jim.
We are thankful that we were able to get to know Jim. He was a wonderful uncle to our little granddaughter, Miss Tuesday. He will be missed. We are so happy that they were part of each other’s lives in his remaining years because they both freely shared their love for one another and made Each others life more joyful and complete. Rest in peace uncle Jimmy
Linda. I so deeply saddened to hear this. I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart is broken. Jim was a wonderful man and dear friend to my dad. I have the fondest memories of all their shenanigans, building cars, and showing them off all around town. I know it’s been a couple of years since I’ve seen him but neither of you have been forgotten. We are thinking of you. May the memories you cherish bring your comfort and strength as your grieve. Those are the memories that will live on forever. With deepest sympathy. Annette Maddaleno (Caputo) and family.
So long old friend…rest in peace. Cant take away the great road trips though, and we had some good ones.
Jim was one special Brouther-in-law. I will always love remember how he loved his children.
He will be greatly missed. My condolences to Linda and the Family.
RIP Uncle Jim
I didn’t know Jim well. Interacted with him a few times personally. But I do know that he had a great heart. I know this from the many comments Linda made about him over the years. I know he was patient with all the demands that church activity put on Linda. I know that he loved her. I know he was a mechanical genius, having seen his shop and some of his creations. I salute his service and say to him, in the traditions of the US Navy, Bravo Zulu, shipmate! Fair Winds and Following Seas…