James Leroy Ebert was born July 11, 1952, in Clear Lake, S.D., to parents, Vance Leroy and Doris Helen (Warner) Ebert. Jim is the middle of three boys. He was raised and educated in Luverne, Minn. and graduated with the class of 1970. He then attended Winona State University, giving him the “Jim-ism” getting four years done in just one. He enlisted in the U.S. Air Force hoping to see the world- only seeing the sights of Plattsburgh, N.Y. He continued to serve for six years before his honorable discharge. Jim married Mary Wilcox on Nov. 22, 1975, while living in Luverne. This union was blessed with two children. Jim was employed by Teledyne Aerospace Systems in Fairmont for many years, eventually transferring to Bemidji with the company. While in Truman, he was an active EMT with the Truman Ambulance. This gave Jim the desire to become a paramedic, mentoring others in the field. At careers end, he was able to enjoy his hobbies which included art, hunting, camping, being outdoors and music. He loved being with people, family and friends. He will be remembered fondly by many, and his legacy of never-ending love and devotion to his wife, family and friends. Jim was regarded as a mentor and teacher to countless individuals who were blessed to have him in their lives. Jim is survived by his best friend and wife of 45 years, Mary Ebert of Garvin; daughter, Jessica (Ethan) Harvey of Wrenshall; son, Jake (Nicole) Ebert of Truman; grandchildren, Jordyn Harvey, Peyton Harvey, Riley Harvey, Alex Ebert and Reese Ebert; brother, Paul (Dyan) Ebert of Big Lake; sister-in-law, Terri Ebert of Luverne; in-laws, Ethel (Pete) Nelson of Duluth, and Grant (Janice) Wilcox of Bayfield, Wis.; many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Vance and Doris Ebert; brother, Chuck Ebert; and parents-in-law, Don and Charlotte Wilcox. In lieu of flowers, please direct donations to the Truman Ambulance.

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