James (Jim) of Waltz

Obituary - James (Jim) Frederick Waltz

July 28, 1940 – October 21, 2025

James (Jim) Waltz of Ouray County, previous from Waterford, MI passed away at Ferris Hospice Center in Grand Junction on Tuesday, October 21st, 2025 at the age of 85.

A Celebration of Life will be held at All Saints Anglican Church on Townsend in Montrose on Saturday, November 1st 2025 at 10am with Priest, Preston Gordon, presiding.

Jim was born on July 28th, 1940, in Detroit, MI. He graduated From St. Mercy College in Detroit, MI and went on to obtain his graduate degree. Jim became a 5th grade teacher in Waterford MI for 27 years.

Jim is proceeded in death by his father and mother, George F and Geraldine V Waltz. He is survived by his wife Karla of 20 years; His sister Marcy; His daughters Schelli and Mandy; His sons Jason and Sean and his cousins.

Jim was a true patriot and active in America’s welfare. He also was a tour guide for “True Grit” tours in Ridgway, volunteered at the Wounded Warriors functions, founded the non-partisan Constitution Club at Montrose High School and participated in various other organizations.

His passions include collecting Red Ryder comic books, Jeeping, and an avid football TV watcher. Having had Detroit Lion season tickets for 55+ years kept him active along with walking his dog, Mattie.

In lieu of flowers, Jim would value if you would: Hug your family members, say “I love you man” to dear friends, rescue an animal, and enjoy every minute of God’s gift of Life.