James Bloomquist
December 15, 1971 - November 29, 2025
"May the road rise up to meet you. May the wind be always at your back May the sunshine warm your face, the rain fall soft upon your fields.."
Obituary of James C. Bloomquist
James C. Bloomquist entered into rest unexpectedly Saturday November 29, 2025. born December 15, 1971, he was the son of the late Clarence Bloomquist, late Steven and Barbara (Williams) Marszalkowski.
Jim served in the U.S. Air Force from 1991-1999, where he received the Air Force Achievement Medal, Air Force Training Ribbon, National Defense Service Medal, Air Force Longevity Service Award, NCO Professional Military Education Ribbon and the Air Force Outstanding Unit Award. His Military Education included Airman Leadership School, Aerospace Maintenance Apprentice Course, and Advanced Aerospace Maintenance course.
He worked at GP 50 in Grand Island for 20 years where he was a Mechanical Engineer and Supervisor in the Aero Space Dept.
Jim was an avid hunter, fisherman, enjoyed 4 wheeling, played bocce and was a member of of the Ontario Shores Flyers Club, where he flew power airplanes. He enjoyed time spent with family, camping and valued Sunday dinners and the eve's of every holiday filled with love, laughter, and joy.
Beloved husband of Dawn B. Bloomquist. Beloved father of Daniel M. Duzy, Kali L.E Bloomquist and Jessica (Jake) Kunch. Cherished grandfather of London, Sawyer, Gianna, Analia, Amari and Colton. Dear brother of Christine (late Kevin) Lockhart, Michael Marszalkowski, Melissa O'Brien and the late Charles (Chuck) and Clarence (Butch) Bloomquist. Also survived by several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Friends may call Sunday December 14, 2025 from 2-5 at the Taylor & Reynolds Funeral Home, 70 Niagara Street Lockport NY, where Military Funeral Honors will be held at 5:00 pm. Inurnment at the WNY Veterans Cemetery will be held at a later date.
My prayers go out to all the family. I appreciate Jim and Dawn for the many years they took my daughter Mary into their family and considered her their own. My favorite and best memory of Jim was a Sunday dinner where he passed me up for prayer, said you do it enough. He was humorous, caring and an awesome man. I appreciated him respectfully. I love you all.
He was definitely one of a kind. He was someone that might give you a smart remark but also would give you the shirt off his back as well. He was like a father figure to me growing up never let me go without when I was at their house. He loved me like I was his own daughter and I’ll forever love him for that and for all the memories I have with him. One thing I loved about this man is that you would always get not just one but a couple good laughs when you were around him. You will be missed everyday. ❤️ praying for strength for everyone in the family.
Dawn, I don’t think I knew Jim, but my heart goes out to you and your family. I haven’t seen you or Dan in so many years but I think of you often when I pass your former home on Ewings Rd. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you navigate this difficult time, may Jim Rest in Peace.
I’m so sorry this happens to such a young man. My prayers are with you all. Rest in peace Jim. You will be missed. I love you all. Aunt Ginny
Dawn and kids, I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. My prayers are with you all. God Bless.
From the family of your late uncle Michael OBrien, we are so sorry to hear this sad news. Uncle Mike loved Jim and was very proud of him. Norma OBrien
Here’s the revised version:
“My deepest sympathies to your family. I had the pleasure of working with Jim for many years. He was funny, kind, and had such a great heart. He always spoke so highly of his wife, children, and grandchildren. He will be deeply missed.”
My deepest sympathies to your family. Working with Jim for many years he had always talked so highly of Dawn. He adored his children and grandchildren. It is heartbreaking to hear of his loss. Keep your memories close to your heart, he is with you!