Birth date: Apr 9, 1949 Death date: Mar 13, 2022
James “Jim” Leonard Conant, Jr. age 72, of Grand Haven passed away Sunday, March 13, 2022, at North Ottawa Community Hospital. He was born April 9, 1949, in Grand Haven to James Leonard Sr. and Lois Louise (Bryant) Conant. He marr Read Obituary
Jim was a one of a kind. We were room mates for several years and I could tell stories about those years, but I would have to write a book. However, most will remember the Coast Guard Festival parties. The Saturday nights when Jim and Alan would come over and they, Brian and I would go hot tubing during the middle of winter. The summer trips to the UP were also memorable Jim was always there when one needed him. If it had not been for Jim and Alan I could not have kept my partner Brian home when he was dying. They came over everyday and stayed with him while I was working. I will always consider Jim one of my closest friends although I must admit after I left Grand Haven we did not see each other that often. One can think of Jim without including Alan.
My condolences go out to Alan, Jason and all of Jims families. I still find it hard to believe he is gone. Rest in peace dear friend. You are gone but will never be forgotten.
Michael Gadziemski
Jim had a huge smile and a warm heart. We were honored to meet both Jim and Al through his brother Jason and sister-in-law Jody. We had many great times, especially during the holiday seasons, laughing at jokes (often bad ones) and playing with our shared nieces and nephews, whom he loved immensely
Al and family, We are so sorry for your loss and are keeping you in our prayers. We are truly appreciative of the time we had with him and know that his impact and memory will continue to live in our hearts.
The Crowe Family
Jim has cleaned our building for decades. We would chat when he came in but I can't say I knew him very well until last fall. He asked me if I was related to someone, that person happened to be my sister in law! Jim then told me that he had known my husband's family growing up. They were all part of the neighborhood and my sister in law went all through school with him. She speaks fondly of Jim as well. We miss you already, Jim. You were one of a kind and you made friends everywhere you went. We are keeping his family in our prayers. RIP Jim. Linda Lemke Zimmerman
Jim has been my dear friend for over 50 years. I have many fond memories of him over the years and the great times we had. He could always make me laugh and stuck with me as a friend through the good times an the bad. He helped me through a profound change in my life that I will be forever grateful. Although we did not see Jim and Al often, our friendship endured. Tim and I are heartbroken at his passing and he was truly loved. Our love to Al on his deep loss. Jim was a great man He will be so sadly missed in my life.
Paul Keast & Timothy Bang
What a sweet and caring man. I'm so glad to have known him. So sorry to you, AL and the family for your loss.❤️
Jim was a very special friend to both Steve and myself. When Steve passed Jim made a point of calling me just about every day to check on how i was doing. Jim could make you laugh at just about any time and always had a story. I have so many more stories I could tell but that would take several Black Russians and Rum and Cokes.
Thank you for being my friend!!
That's the kind of guy he was. He will be deeply missed.
Al, love you much and I'm here for you.
Raynel White
Alan, I am so sorry to hear of your Husband's passing. You are in my thoughts.
RIP my friend - so thankful we reconnected last summer. 🎶🌺😞
