Jim was born in Burlington, Colorado, to Bob and Nora Lee Schiferl. He grew up in Milliken and graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1968.

He lived a long and happy life spending time with family. Jim enjoyed camping and fishing, bowling, and gardening.

Jim was happily retired after a long career in the plumbing industry and the tool and die industry.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barb (Blacker); his parents, Bob and Nora Lee Schiferl; his brother, Tom Schiferl; his sister- in-law, Pat Carter and her husband George Summers; and brothers-in-law, Mike Perkins and Don Blacker.

He is survived by his daughters, Michele (Shelly) Steward and Debra Schiferl; his granddaughter, Sarah Steward; his sisters, Kris Kirby (Delbert) and Sherry Gorsuch; his brothers-in law, Rick Blacker and Steve Blacker (Jackie); and his sisters- in-law, Beth Blacker (Steve Frye) and Mag Blacker (Mike-d); and several nieces and nephews.

Jim will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

A private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Big City Mountaineers Non-Profit Outdoor Programs for Youth.