IRONWOOD, Mich. – James Edward Zeckovich, 70, a resident of Ironwood since 2023, formerly an 18-year resident of Mt. Vernon, Illinois, and formerly a long-time resident of Wakefield, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 13, 2025, at Westgate Nursing, Rehabilitation and Assisted Living Community in Ironwood.

Jim was born on July 30, 1955, in Wakefield, a son of Gladys Mae (Plumley) and Michael Joseph Zeckovich Sr. He attended Wakefield High School and graduated in 1973.

For 30 years, he was a roofer and was a supporting member of Local 60, 11, 173 in Nashville, Tennessee, and 102 in St. Louis.

While living in Mt. Vernon, he was a faithful member of the Central Christian Church. Jim enjoyed listening to American country singer Johnny Cash, and in his spare time played the guitar.

Jim is survived by a sister, Linda Lane; four brothers, Steve (Maryann), Tom (Debbie), Bobby "Red" and Milton; many nieces and nephews; and several cousins.

He was predeceased by his parents.

As per Jim's wishes, there will be no funeral service.

He will be laid to rest at Lakeside Cemetery in Wakefield.

Jerald Rocco, owner and manager of Lakeside Memorial Chapel Inc., in Wakefield, is assisting the family with arrangements. To send online condolences or to share a memory, please go to lakesidememorialchapel.com.