James Luoma

CHASSELL, MI -James Ronald ‘Jim’ Luoma, 75, of Chassell, and former Negaunee native, entered eternal life Thursday, October 29, 2026 at his home in the care of his loving family. Born on June 28, 1951, Jim was the son of the late Carl and Sybil (Peterson) Luoma. Jim attended Negaunee High School where he met his future wife, Sandra (Jarvi) Luoma, and was a graduate with the Class of 1969. He was an accomplished athlete who was involved in numerous school activities. Together, Jim and Sandra enjoyed 52 years of marriage, raising their six children, creating a family that remained the center of his life. Following graduation, Jim attended Eastern Michigan University. In Jim’s own words, he went to Eastern to “major in football.” He was a part of the 1971 Huron team that played in the Pioneer Bowl against Louisiana Tech. During those years he aspired to become an oceanographer, admiring the works of Jacques Cousteau.

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