James Elmer Bakke passed away on May 31 at 1:00 at the age of 80.  He was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters and one brother.  He is survived by his wife Anita and her family, son, David Bakke and his wife, Michelle and their son, Tyler and daughter Miranda Hill and her husband, Donnie.  He is also survived by a son, Tim Bakke and his three sons, Alexander, Christian and Derrick.

He was deeply loved and will be forever missed.

A Memorial Service for James will be held on Thursday, June 16, 2022 at 11 AM with a visitation one hour prior at Zion Lutheran Church, 1601 S. 4th Ave, Anoka, MN 55303.