James "Jim" Tess

Born to Life on December 2, 1970 - Born to Eternal Life March 23, 2023. Loving husband of Kandra (Nee O'Connor) Tess. Dear father of Cody (Taylor) Tess. Proud papa of Mathilda and Cassidy. Fond brother of Gene (Donita) Tess Jr. Son-in-law of Karen and the late Robert O'Connor. Beloved brother-in-law to Tim (Sue) O'Connor, Pam (the late Patrick) O'Connor and Katy (Brian) Merkel. Proud uncle to Kayla, Vanessa and Jessica Tess, and Kayla and Brian A. Merkel. Preceded in death by his parents Diane and Gene Tess Sr. Further survived by his special cousin Jen Kupstis, many other relatives, friends and co-workers at Beyond Vision. Visitation Saturday, April 15 from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm at Emanuel UCC, 10627 W. Forest Home Ave., Hales Corners, with a funeral service at 1:00 pm and reception to follow. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Beyond Vision, 1540 S. 108th St., West Allis, WI 53214, would be appreciated.