William James Reinhold “JJ”, 49, of Hazleton passed away on Tuesday October 25, 2016 at Covenant Medical Center in Waterloo.  An “End of the Trail” gathering will be held from 2-8 PM on Sunday October 30, 2016 at the American Legion Hall in Hazleton.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to the family.

James was born in Fort Dodge on June 24, 1967 to parents William and Marjorie Reinhold.  He attended East Buchanan High School.  On June 24, 1989, he was united in marriage with Judy (Gordon) Espe at Quasqueton Park.  James had been a mechanic with car dealerships over the years.  He enjoyed tinkering with things.  He will be dearly missed by his family and friends.

Left to celebrate James’ life is his wife Judy; his step-children: Shannon Johnson-Espe of Oelwein, Khrissy Rawson of Walker and Richie Espe of Oelwein; 11 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild.  He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents.