James “Jim” Michael Joachim
James “Jim” Michael Joachim , Age 73
January 02, 1951
--April 19, 2024
James “Jim” Michael Joachim, age 73, died on April 19, 2024 at SSM Health St. Clare Meadows Care Center in Baraboo, WI after a two year battle with throat and prostate cancer.
Jim, son of Michael and Laura (Gurgel) Joachim, was born on January 2, 1951. He was a graduate of Baraboo High School, Class of 1969. After holding various jobs in early working years, Jim became a drug and alcohol counselor. It was his great joy and proudest accomplishment to have been able to help numerous people recover from lives of addiction to live sober and productive lives.
Jim was an avid photographer, hiker, camper and he particularly loved canoeing Wisconsin's rivers and lakes. He also had close ties and felt particularly thankful to the members of his Parkinson's and AA support groups in Baraboo. Jim was first told to see an ENT specialist during a Dentist visit now over 5 years ago. He waited for 18 months to make an appointment, then due to COVID delays, was unable to be diagnosed and scheduled for surgery until the cancer had already progressed to the point that surgery resulted in an inability to swallow whole food or speak clearly. If he were alive today, Jim would urge anyone with a change to their physical condition to have it diagnosed as soon as possible.
Jim is survived by his brother, Steve Joachim of Virginia Beach, VA; niece Sara, 31, and nephew Zachary, 28, both of Richmond Virginia; his dear friend, long-time companion and in the end care-giver, Charlotte Campbell of Baraboo, and numerous cousins and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 15, 2024 at Oak Hill Cemetery in North Freedom at 11 am. A Celebration of Life will follow that afternoon at the Clarion Hotel from 1 p.m. until 5 p.m.
Condolences
Dennis and Penny Quandt April 23, 2024
Friend Baraboo , Wisconsin
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Jim’s family in this most difficult time.He was a great man and helped so many..
Jeff Sprecher April 25, 2024
friend baraboo , Wisconsin
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I had encountered him on various rivers while canoeing back in the day. Condolences to the family and friends.