JAMES C. WORKMAN ’64
James C. “Jim” Workman, 73, Allouez, passed away on Monday, April 25, 2016. The son of the late Donald and Florence (Emhardt) Workman was born on November 20, 2016 in Philadelphia, PA. Jim graduated from Wesleyan University, B.A. in 1964 and Harvard Law School, J.D. in 1969. He later married Sue Palmer on September 6, 1983 in La Crosse. Jim and Sue were members of St. Anne’s Episcopal Church.
Jim was an Attorney and also held a myriad of executive roles including general counsel and Chief Executive Officer at TRANE and American Standard Co. Following his retirement, Jim volunteered for many years as treasurer at the Episcopal Diocese of Fond du Lac.
He cherished his time with friends, colleagues and family. He also loved to travel with his family. As a dedicated philanthropist, Jim devoted much of his time and energy to the United Way.
Survivors include his wife, Sue; children: Gillian (Jon) Stein, West Hartford, CT; James H. (Julie) Workman, La Grange, IL; and godson Patrick McDonough; grandchildren: Daniel Stein, Caroline Workman, Owen McDonough, Steven Stein, Avery Workman, Keegen McDonough, Maggie McDonough, Casey Workman; cousins, Bill McCook and Ned McCook.
In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his cousin, Alan McCook, and Sue’s parents, Francis and Mildred Palmer.
Family and friends may visit at St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, 347 Libal St, De Pere, on Saturday, April 30, 2016 from 10:00am until the time of service at 11:00am. A memorial service for Jim will be celebrated at 11:00am with Fr. Eric Mills officiating. Online condolences may be expressed at www.cotterfuneralhome.com.
In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation in honor of Jim to your local Autism Speaks Chapter.
Jim’s family would like to thank everyone that has called and expressed condolences through this tough time.