James Maul

James Maul

February 02, 1959 - April 12, 2023

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Maul, James Michael "Jimmy”

Saginaw, Michigan

Father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at his residence. He was 64 years old. James Michael Maul was born on February 2, 1959 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late Jacob and Joyce (Flora) Maul. Jim graduated from Eisenhower High School in 1977. Jim worked as a heavy equipment operator and those that knew him would say he was one of the best bulldozer operators around.

Jim loved to golf, fish, and hunt. Whether it was riding motorcycles, four wheelers, or in his career as an operator, Jim loved to drive. He was a lover of animals, especially dogs. He rescued several abandoned, injured, or stray animals over the years. He will be remembered by his loved ones for his unique brand of animated storytelling and his great sense of humor.

After hurting his back in the late 90's, an opioid prescription opened the door to his 20+ year battle with substance abuse and chronic pain. The disease of addiction took everything, until it took his life.

Surviving are his children, Christine (Ashley) Maul and Jacob (Megan) Maul; grandchildren, Rylie and Regan Maul; one sister, Jill Hill; two nieces, Jody Ogram and Stephanie (fiancée Andy Watrous) Hill; two great nephews, Jack Clement and Noah Hill, and many friends and extended family. James was preceded in death by his brother, Jack Maul, a nephew, Justin Hill, and his parents Jacob and Joyce (Flora) Maul.

If you are suffering from addiction, know that you are not alone and you are loved. For help call the 24 hour Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) National Helpline at 1(800) 662-4357.

TIME OF SHARING: A Time of Sharing will take place at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, April 30, 2023 at

Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State).

VISITATION: Family and friends will gather at Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off

State) on Sunday, April 30, 2023 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of sharing at 2:00 p.m.

MEMORIALS: Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial contribution to Saginaw Youth Protection Council.

Deisler Funeral Home is honored to serve the Maul family. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.

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Carolyn Slagle
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James I my have never meet you but I hope you know that Christine is one of the most caring and loving ladies I’ve ever meet. She is my daughter in law and is very much loved by my daughter Ashley and her family. Rest In Peace I hope you’re at peace The Slagle Family
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We are deeply sorry for your loss ~ the staff at Deisler Funeral Home
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Billie Manning planted a tree in memory of James Maul
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Christine and Ashley, I'm sorry for your loss. May your Dad have found peace. Genesis 31:49
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Sincerely Jon Jenkins and Family. planted a tree in memory of James Maul
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Our deepest condolences ,
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Sincerely Jon Jenkins and Family.
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Our deepest condolences ,
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Steven Johnson
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Was one of Jim's friends at Mackinaw Middle in Eisenhower. We used to drive around for hours, like West Michigan Park , Imerman Park, McDonald's on State, etc! We would have different spots where we'd just keep driving around and going to them looking for people to hang out with. Lord only knows how we even got out of our teenager years alive. Jim was a real fun guy to hang around with in high school, Plus he had the Nova cars from Consumers Power. We put a lot of miles on those cars and almost every one of them was in Saginaw within a 10 mi radius, lol! You surely will be missed my friend. And my prayers are for comfort, for those who are mourning, his loss. Rip Jim xxx

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