James "Jim" Zahn

James Everett Zahn, 79, of Paola, Kansas, passed away on January 31, 2022 at his home. He was surrounded by family. Jim was born on November 30, 1942. He spent his career building houses and driving a backhoe. His favorite pastimes included fishing, hunting, finding bargains at sales, and spending time with his family. Jim's kids and grandkids were the light of his life and were blessed by his love. If you knew Jim, you knew he was a wonderful husband, dad, son, brother, grandpa, and storyteller. At all family events, you could count on Jim to entertain everyone with his colorful stories! Jim was preceded in death by his father Frank, his mother Fanny, a grandson, a great grandson, and three siblings. He is survived by his loving wife Linda; his children Cindy Wempe (Trent), Debbie Zahn, Judy McDowell (Bernie), Marlo Kimzey (Mike), Jim Fuller (Michelle), and Kim Boehm (Mike). His amazing grandkids Amber, Zac, Bradley, Dustin, Jacob, Mallory, Dakota, Shelby, Travis, Ben, Jack, and Joey will miss him, too. Jim is also survived by two brothers Hank and Frank, one sister Sharon, two brothers-in-law Larry and Jerry (Connie), and many great grandchildren. Family and friends are encouraged to post their memories and condolences on Jim's tribute wall. Private services. Memorials are to Faith Home Health Hospice or Miami County Cancer Foundation and can be sent in care of Dengel & Son Mortuary, 305 N. Pearl St., Paola, KS, 66071.