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James Eric Minikel, MD

May 25, 1943 - October 19, 2022
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Saturday 12/3, 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
Service
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Saturday 12/3, 1:00 pm
Memorial

In lieu of flowers, you may consider donations to

the Elmbrook Humane Society, where he found Dozer,

or to the ground-breaking work of The Prion Alliance,

founded by his nephew Eric and Eric’s wife Sonia.

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James Eric Minikel, MD May 25, 1943 – October 19, 2022 James “Jim” Minikel of Brookfield, Wisconsin died peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and daughters.  Jim was a generous provider (not only to his family), a builder (of tables and characters), a protector, a jokester, a giver, an outdoorsman, a fixer of allContinue Reading

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Scott Hardin MD left a message on November 14, 2023:
Just saw this today; what a sad loss. I started working at St Luke's in 1997, and Jim was very kind (as were the other partners of his group). He helped me get tucked in and get a good practice going. I always enjoyed his humor and outlook on life and appreciated his assistance in my early days of independent practice.
Mary Beth Miranda and Family left a message on December 2, 2022:
We began our acquaintance with Jim and Maria in November of 1988 when we moved into our current home up the hill from theirs. Through all these years, they have been the best of neighbors. One morning in my rush to work, I had to pull into their cul-de-sac with a flat. Jim was driving out on his was to work, stopped and put on my spare tire - all in his good clothes. Another time after a storm when our power went out, including water since we were on a well, he attached a long hose running up the hill to our house to provide water during the outage. These are just a few examples of who Jim really was - incredibly kind without thinking a thing of it. That goes for Maria, too. We've always been blessed with them next door.
Kim Flisakowski left a message on December 2, 2022:
My heartfelt sympathy for your loss, Laura and family. Thank you for welcoming me into your home all those years ago. I have such fond memories. My God’s peace be with you during this challenging time.
Russ and Sandy Gonnering left a message on November 19, 2022:
Just learned of this today. We are so very sorry to hear the news and give our condolences to the family. Jim was the orthopedic resident when I was a medical student on the service. That began a long and very happy relationship through the years. An infectious smile...a kind word for EVERYONE...always a helping hand and ready to do more than asked. He was a great guy, and will be missed.
Jan Pearce left a message on November 16, 2022:
Jim was a wonderful classmate and along with Dr Cummings was the reason I went for internship at Milwaukee County General . A peaceful , caring man .
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
dr. jeffrey l minikel left a message on November 15, 2022:
James Eric Minikel, was a wonderful brother, husband, father, friend, and doctor. His patients loved him because he was empathetic, honest and helpful. He treated his patients as he would have wanted to be treated. He was a master of all trades. He really could do many, many mechanical things well. I will miss him greatly! Jeffrey Minikel
Keith Becher left a message on November 10, 2022:
A great man with an amazing family. He will be missed. My sincere condolences to all.
Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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