James Brickler, 79, of Battle Ground, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 10, 2021 at his home. He was born January 7, 1942 in Lafayette to the late George A. and Betty O’Neal (McKenzie) Brickler. Jim was a 1961 graduate of Klondike High School.

Jim honorably served in the United States Army from 1964 until his discharge in 1966. His marriage was to Hannelore Hahl on December 10, 1965 in Mannheim, Germany.  

Jim was a longtime member of American Legion Post 492. He worked for Alcoa of Lafayette for 41 years in the Tube Mill Department until his retirement in 2003. Jim and Hannelore enjoyed raising animals over the last several years which included quarter horses, goats, sheep, and most recently miniature donkeys.

Surviving along with his wife are their children, Duane Brickler of Battle Ground, Mindy (Tom) Hicks of Cutler, IN, and Tina (William) Cohee of Delphi. Grandchildren, Harvey, Andy, Maria, Hunter, and Parker. Great-grandchildren, Braxton, Charlie, Kenna, Lorelai, Kashton, and Emmet. Jim is also survived by two siblings, Ruth Shidler of Oxford and Bob Brickler of Lafayette.

Preceding him in death along with his parents are two brothers, Ray and Bill Brickler.

Friends may call from 2 PM (EST) until the time of Memorial Service 4 PM (EST) Saturday, December 18, 2021 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home of Brookston.

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