James "Jim" Robert Luedtka, 66, of Solon, died on Sunday, March 5, 2017 from complications following a stroke.   Funeral Mass will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, March 13, 2017 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Solon with Fr. Tim Sheedy Presiding. Burial will follow in Oakland Cemetery in Solon. Friends may visit with the family on Sunday, March 12, 2017 at St. Mary's Catholic Church from 3 p.m. until 7 p.m. with a rosary being held at 7 p.m. Brosh Chapel & The Avacentre in Solon is serving the family.

James was born on September 5, 1950 in Muscatine, the son of Leonard and Margaret (State) Luedtka.  He graduated Hayes Catholic High School in Muscatine.  Jim graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a Business degree.  Jim was united in marriage to Janet Finley on August 25, 1973 in Muscatine.  Jim worked in construction equipment sales for many years, retiring from Altorfer Caterpillar in 2011.   He enjoyed socializing with friends and neighbors, puttering around in the yard and workshop, fishing in Canada, traveling, and most of all spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Jim was very active in his church, and served in many facets for the betterment of St. Mary's Parish.

Jim is survived by his wife Janet; his son Brian Luedtka of Coralville; his daughter Stacey (Jake) Munson of Solon; three grandchildren Mabel, June and Jack Munson; his brother Charles (Ann) Luedtka of Cedar Rapids; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

James was preceded in death by his parents.

Memorials may be directed to either the Salvation Army or to the James Luedtka Memorial Scholarship Fund – St. Mary's.