SOUTH RANGE — James H. Raffaelli, 79, a resident of South Range, passed away Sunday, Sept. 14, 2025, at home with his family by his side following a lengthy illness.

He was born to parents Mario and Lillian (Lewis) Raffaelli, on Jan. 14, 1946, in South Range. Jim was raised in South Range and was a graduate of Jeffers High School class of 1964.

Following high school, Jim worked as a mechanic and equipment operator for the Village of South Range. He then began a 40-year career in Law enforcement. Jim was first employed with Adams Township, being a one-person police force, before moving to the City of Houghton, from which he retired as Sergeant. During that time, he was active with the Thin Blue Line UP

Ride for the State of Michigan.

In 1970, Jim was united in marriage to Sandra Seppala

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