James “Jim” A. Shorter

James “Jim” A. Shorter, 81, of Winamac, passed away at 1:35 a.m., Wednesday, Dec. 16, at Pulaski Memorial Hospital.

Born on Jan. 26, 1939, he was the son of the late George and Alvina (Shedrow) Shorter, of Winamac.

He married Betty J. Ezra on Nov. 5, 1960. She survives.

Jim retired from Plymouth Tube in 1999 as a foreman after thirty-eight years of working there.

He attended First Christian Church in Winamac. Jim enjoyed bass fishing and spending time with family and friends. His grandkids meant the world to him. He often enjoyed meeting up with his McDonald’s friends. Jim was an avid Notre Dame fan.

He is survived by his wife Betty Shorter of Winamac; daughter Amy [David] Bailey of Star City; sons: Gregory [Tracey] Shorter of Winamac, and Steven [Chris] Shorter of Winamac; brother Gerald [Pat] Shorter of Winamac; seven grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his brother Robert Shorter; grandson Michael Shorter; and granddaughter Christi Hoffa.

Private family services were held.

Memorial contributions can be made to First Christian Church in Winamac.

Jim’s online guestbook is available and condolences can be shared at www.ransfuneralhomes.com.

(Pulaski County Journal — Dec. 23, 2020)