James ‘Heds’ Hedrick Jr.

James R. “Heds” Hedrick, Jr., age 64 years, of Grafton, passed away unexpectedly on Dec. 21, 2021, at his home.

Jim was born on July 24, 1957, in Milwaukee.

He graduated from Grafton High School in 1976.  He then proudly served four years in the United States Army.

Jim was a bartender for over 30 years, and was also a representative of the Tavern League of Wisconsin for about 30 years.  He served as vice president of the TLW 4th District, and as sergeant-at-arms, director and vice president of the Ozaukee County (tavern league) Hospitality Association.

He was well known for his fun-loving nature, social acceptance of all and his willingness to help those in need.

Those Jim leaves behind to cherish his memory include his mother, Lucille “Lucy” Prucca and siblings, Robb (Tracey) Hedrick, Darlene (Jay) Schmitz and Larry (Sandy) Prucca.

He was the proud uncle of Josh (Amanda), Ben and Alex Hedrick, Jessica (Jake) Markelz, Justin Schmitz, Jamie (Kevin) Runkel and Austin Hayburn and the dear great-uncle to Jase, Jordy, Maddy and Levi.  He is further survived by other relatives and many friends.

Jim was preceded in death by his father, Robert Prucca.

A memorial service will be held on Jan. 8, 2022, at the American Legion Rose-Harms Post #355, 1540 13th Ave., Grafton, Wis.

Visitation with the family will be from 10 a.m. to noon. The memorial service begins at 12 p.m. and will be followed by military honors.

In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials to Mel’s Charities of Ozaukee County (MelsCharities.org).

Myrhum-Patten Funeral & Cremation Service has been entrusted with Jim’s arrangements.

Please consider signing our online guest book at www.myrhum-patten.com to share your condolences with the family.