Jim Lynn Muhlenbruch

Jim Lynn Muhlenbruch, age 58, passed away at Johnston Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, February 1, 2017. Jim was a native of Clear Lake, IA; however, he and his wife had lived in Abingdon for the past 10 years. He was a graduate of Clear Lake High School, Clear Lake, IA, and was a lifetime fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes. Jim’s favorite pastime was spending time with family and friends. He had a love of military aviation and ships. A high point for him was flying in a B-17 Flying Fortress with his son and father in-law. He also loved NASCAR and travelled great distances to see his favorite drivers, the Earnharts. Jim spent his working career in the cap and gown manufacturing industry. Most recently, he was employed by Oak Hall Industries, where he served as plant manager in Chilhowie, Wytheville, Independence, Roanoke, and Salem.

Jim was predeceased by his father Wayne Muhlenbruch. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Kelley; his mother Alvina Devries Muhlenbruch of Clear Lake, IA; son Matthew Muhlenbruch and wife Jamie and their children Presley and Kennedy of Phoenix, AZ; sister Barb Floy and husband Doug of Clear Lake, IA, and brother Thomas Muhlenbruch and wife Alice of Ames, IA

A memorial service for Jim Lynn Muhlenbruch will be held at 2:00 PM Saturday February 4, 2017 at the Main Street Chapel of Farris Funeral Service with Reverand Barbara Farmer officiating. A celebration of life will be held at a later date in Clear Lake, IA

Those wishing to share memories and express sympathy online may do so by visiting www.farrisfuneralservice.com. Mr. Muhlenbruch and his family are in the care of Farris Funeral Service & Crematory, 427 East Main Street, Abingdon, VA 24210 (276-623-2700).