Eckert, James "Jim" Passed away at home on Monday, October 14, 2019 at the age of 81. Survived by his wife Donna, 4 children Kelly (Greg), Kerry (Ann Marie), Kristy and Kevin, 4 step-sons Brian (Seema), Jeff, Dave, Mike (Wendy), 3 grandchildren Morgan, Lauren and Jessica, 2 sisters Jean (Jack) and Eileen, 2 brothers Bob (Millie) and Ed (Marita) as well as by many nieces and nephews. Fondly remembered by Carol Harris. Jim's family will receive relatives and friends from 2-5 p.m. on Monday, October 21, 2019 at the Henry Walser Funeral Home, 507 Frederick Street, Kitchener, 519-749-8467. As expressions of sympathy, donations to the Canadian Mental Health Association - Waterloo Wellington would be appreciated by the family (cards available at the funeral home). Visit www.henrywalser.com for Jim's memorial.