"Our deepest sympathy and heartfelt condolences go out to your family during this sad and difficult time."
In loving memory of
James 'Jim' Saul
September 1, 2020 - September 17, 2013
James M. "Jim" Saul, age 64, of Corning, fought a courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis for many years before succumbing to acute renal failure at 4:25 AM on Tuesday at home surrounded by God, family and his faithful service dog, Lincoln. He was born on May 27, 1949 in Indianapolis to William and Miriam (Faudree) Saul. He graduated in 1967 from Ben Davis High School. He was a US Army veteran. Jim had a great love for his Catholic faith, family and the Amish community. He lived a life in service to others, including; volunteer fireman, primary EMT Instructor, Washington police officer and crime scene investigator. After having to retire from law enforcement, he attended the University of southern Indiana and achieved a BS Degree in graphic design. He was a spokesperson for the K-9 assistance program. He was a member of St. John Catholic Church in Loogootee, the Fraternal Order of Police and the University of Southern Indiana Alumni. He was compassionate to animals of all kinds. He spent his spare time making jewelry and on graphic designs. He is survived by his wife Carol(Colvin) Saul whom he married on September 17, 1975: two daughters, Jennifer (Derick Neukam) Saul-Neukam of Jasper, Jamie (Anthony Corlett) Lueken of Montgomery; one son, Christopher Saul of Montgomery; six grandchildren, William Compton, James Lueken, Jenna Lueken Madison Saul, and Damion Saul; Jackson Corlett; Anthony Corlett's daughter, Shelbi Corlett; and his service dog, Lincoln. A mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 AM at St John Catholic Church in Loogootee with Father Joseph Erbacher as celebrant. Burial will follow in St Patrick Cemetery at Corning. Visitation will be from 4 to 8 PM on Thursday with a FOP memorial service at 6 PM at Ed Lee Mortuary. Memorial donations may be given to Daviess County Friends for Animals or Dubois County Human Society. Condolences may be sent to the family online at www.edleemortuary.com
Tributes
"Praying for you as a family as you go through this time. Lean on each other for support"
"Carol and family, We are very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers ."
"You all are in my prayers."
"Jim to me was a man of strength n great knowlegde. In all his endeavours I believe he never gave up. I am sure through them all we never know how many lives he touched but knowing God had a plan for him. I hope n pray u feel the peace of knowing his plan was fulfilled n God's timing is everything! Lifting the family up during this time as well as celebrating the wonderful life Jim lead here on earth."
"Carol, Jamie and families, Just want to let you know Dad, Rick and I are thinking about you and keeping you in our prayers. It's hard to lose someone so close to you but I do believe they do go to a better place and we'll see them again. We just have to keep praying for strength to get us through the tough times. Give James and Jenna a hug and a kiss for me Carla & Rick Fleck & Paul Wigand"