PAJUNEN, James Edward Pajunen

With profound sadness, the family of James “Jim” Pajunen, 80 years, announces his sudden peaceful passing on March 7, 2026, at Health Sciences North in Sudbury, ON. Beloved husband of 53 years to Brenda (nee Piehl). Loving father of Jamie, Darryl, Alisha, Jen, Melissa, and Roxy. Grandfather of 8 grandchildren. Will be missed by Zachary and Kaitlynn, and his current dogs Hades and Judas, and cats Cinder and Lazarus.

Predeceased by his parents William, Mary (nee Berube), and brothers Peter and Jack Pajunen. Survived by his sister Oria McLeod (husband Wilfred “Bill”, predeceased). His aunt Ina Pajunen and uncle Vic Pajunen (both predeceased) had significant and meaningful roles in his life and were like second parents to him. Dear brother-in-law of Carolyn MacKenzie (Wally predeceased), Bob Piehl (Inez predeceased), Carl Piehl (predeceased), Wayne Piehl, and Jan Jensen. Jim will be missed by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Jim was a very hardworking and dedicated person. He worked for Inco Limited at Creighton and Garson mines before his retirement. In his last few years up until his death, he enjoyed working for Cedar Green Golf Club in Garson, ON. He loved animals, sports, gardening, and traveling the world with his wife Brenda. A lifelong sports fan, Jim was an avid bowler, curler, softball player, and golfer and loved the Toronto Maple Leafs and Toronto Blue Jays. He will be warmly remembered and greatly missed by those who knew and loved him.

The family wishes to thank the Health Sciences North nursing staff on the 5th floor of the South Tower for their kindness and care of him. Cremation has taken place. A celebration of his life will take place at a later date. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Grace United Church in Minnow Lake, ON or the Canadian Cancer Society.

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