James passed away Thursday, March 16, 2023 in Plainwell.
He was born January 4, 1978 in Kalamazoo, the son of James Sabin and Rose Bialk. James liked helping people. He owned and operated a handyman service in the area. In his free time he enjoyed drawing, spending time with his friends, playing pool, playing cards and collecting Mickey Mouse items.
Surviving are his children, James Johnson of Gobles and Jaylene Tarkkanen of Gobles; siblings, Chrystal (Scott) Fris of Bellevue, William Vandervort of Parchment, Shannon Sabin of OR, Sarah (Adam Kloth) Sabin of IN and Tammy Sabin of Kalamazoo along with several nieces and nephews and the Corbin family who were his second family.
He was preceded in death by his mother Rose Vandyk, his wife, Rosalie (Moorelag) Sabin and sister, Melissa Thibert.
According to his wishes cremation has taken place.
A memorial service will be held at a later time.
Contributions in memory of James may be directed to a GoFundMe account to help pay for funeral expenses.
Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.
Monte Anderson
So sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family.
Sarah
I miss you so much James. I never thought for one minute you were crazy. I wish I had more time with you. Till I see you again, love your baby sister!
Brad Douglas
We were the best of friends growing up. He was a good friend and a good person, he will be missed for sure.
Rhonda Knapp
Prayers sent for the family. God bless.
Angie Schwili
Words cannot describe how much I appreciated James. He was always a text or a phone call away if I needed him. To the people who mattered the most to him, you know who you are, I’ll be thinking of you and pray for you all. May God bless you all.
Mike and Elizabeth Butts
James I am so saddened at your loss. We only had a brief weekend with all the family a few years ago but I truly enjoyed your company and the rest of my family. You are already missed buddy and will never be forgotten. There are many wonderful folks in heaven waiting to see you again.
Roger Dale Chapman
James we lost contact but I will always remember your soul. You were alway kind to me and you always made me laugh.
I love and miss you my brother.
We will meet again as I will find your soul in Heaven my brother.
This is a sad day for us on Earth
Although it’s a joyous day in Heaven
God Bless your soul
Amen ❤️
Darcey sampley
Babe, this is so hard to read, it makes it real! We had so many plans, great things was coming to us. Me, the kids, grandbabies, and athena miss you soo much! Our lives have forever changed that moment! I would do anything to have you here with us. I will forever love you!
KIRT DEBOER
RIP BRO AND CONDOLENCES TO YOUR FAMILY YOU WERE AN AWESOME PERSON I GOT TO WORK WITH AT TMD FOR YEARS AND U WILL BE MISSED
Darcey sampley
Babe. I miss you so much, we all miss you. Please always be with us and all your family and friends. You are loved by so many. I love you always
Hunnicutt Aaron
You will be missed james. Billy my condolences to you and your family during yet another difficult time.
Landen
Dang bro thats jus crazy you was my dawg man
I hope one day we can meet up again