James Justin Cysiewski

James “Jim” Cysiewski, age 94, of Vermillion, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2025 surrounded by his family. He was born March 26, 1931 in Vermillion Township. He was one-of-a-kind and will be greatly missed.

Jim had long careers at both Armours Meat Processing and Koch Refinery. He had a passion for fishing, liked to bake his favorite cookies and loved spending time with his family and dear friends.

Jim leaves behind his devoted wife of 71 years, Marlene; children, Linda (John) Cauchy, Lori (John) Anderson, Lola (Rick) Meyers, Steve (Brenda) Cysiewski, Lanette (Tom) Kasel, Greg (Debbie) Cysiewski, John (Theresa) Cysiewski, Lisa (Randy) Weatherly, and Leann (Scott) Litschke; many grandchildren, great and great-great grandchildren; siblings, Don (Vernelle) Cysiewski and Carol Bendix; along with many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his son, Scott “Red” Cysiewski, and grandson, Shawn Cauchy.

Family and friends are cordially invited to attend a Visitation on Friday, September 26th at 10:00am with a Mass of Christian Burial at Noon at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Catholic Church in Hastings, MN with Father Dave Hennen officiating.Interment will be in Saint John the Baptist Catholic Cemetery in Vermillion, MN.

In lieu of flowers, Jim’s family would be honored that memorials be made to a charity of your choice.

Arrangements are with Starkson Family Life Celebration Chapel.