Obituary
James (Jimbo) Andrew Starr Mallette
James (Jimbo) Andrew Starr Mallette ,42, of Tomah Wi passed away February 6 2026 at Emplify Health in La Crosse Wi after a brief illness. He was born November 12 1983.
Jimbo was raised in many towns in Wisconsin. In 2001 Jimbo was adopted by Timothy and Patti Mallette and finally had a family to call his own. He graduated from Bangor High School in 2002. Jimbo enlisted in the army in 2003 and was briefly stationed in Hawaii.
Jimbo was a jack of all trades spending years roofing, construction and other odd jobs. Jimbo was always the life of any gathering, his crazy laugh and antics were always the talk of gatherings. He had a passion for music whether it be singing or learning to play instruments . Some of Jimbo’s biggest joys in life were being uncle Jimmy, fishing, bonfires and Wing Wednesday with brother and friends .
Jimbo is survived by: Parents: Timothy and Patti Mallette Daughter Caitlin Maas Siblings Jeremy(Elizabeth) Hohmann, Maggie Chase
Nephews: Alex(Bekka), Matt(Brandy), Brandon(Jamie), Justin, Nathan, Logan and Harry. Nieces: Alicia(Jacob), Jade and Sage
numerous aunt and uncles and friends.
He is preceded in death by maternal grandmother Fern Caulum and his best furry friend Manny.
Special Thanks to the Emplify Health ICU Department , Dr Eckley and Dr. Webb.
Coulee Region Cremation Group is assisting the family with arrangements. A Celebration of life will be announced in a few weeks.
I knew him long ago, during a brief but very special chapter of my life. I still remember the day he took me horseback riding and let me ride a four wheeler on his family’s hobby farm. There was also an impromptu trip to Eau Claire to meet my cousin, full of laughter and possibility. I was young and overwhelmed by feelings I did not yet understand, and we eventually lost touch. But I have always carried those memories with quiet gratitude. He brought adventure and warmth into my life, and I will always remember him that way.
Patti I am so sorry to hear about your loss I can’t even imagine how sad you are 😢