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04/18/2020
I remember Jim very well from my time aboard the USS Rankin (1961-1963). He would wake me up at night when he received important messages that he had to pass on to the officer with crypto duty.
He was born in Cleveland, OH to the late Francis and Josephine (Tryniski) Izyk. Jim has been a resident of Fulton for most of his life and he was a graduate of Fulton High School in 1959.
Jim was a veteran having served in the United States Navy from 1960 to 1964, during which time his ship, the USS Rankin, was an active participant in the Cuban, Missile Crisis Blockade.
He was a longtime employee with Armstrong World Industries, Fulton where he worked as an Electrician. Jim later retired from Interface Solutions, Fulton.
He was pre-deceased by his wife Meridth Izyk in 2014.
Jim is survived by his children: John (Michelle) Izyk of Fulton, Joanne Izyk of CO, Cheryl Izyk Rathmann of Oswego, Cassandra (Chris) Jones of Fulton, 8 grandchildren, 1 great granddaughter.
Funeral Services and Burial will be held privately. There will be no calling hours. The Sugar Funeral Home, Inc., 224 W. 2nd St. S., Fulton has care of the arrangements.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Wounded Warrior Project in memory of James Izyk, Radioman Petty Officer 2nd Class USS Rankin crew member 1960-1964.
