Wiltsie, E. James "Jim" (Retired Police Sergeant ~ Smiths Falls Police Service) (35 Year Member of the Smiths Falls Civitan) Passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at the Ottawa General Hospital on Friday, August 2, 2013, Edward James "Jim" Wiltsie at the age of 78. Jim is predeceased by his parents Edward James Sr. and Annie (nee Beetison), as well as his three brothers Albert, Harold and Doug Wiltsie. Jim was the beloved husband and best friend of Joyce (nee Morin). Loving and devoted father of Jim (Mary) Wiltsie, Cathy (Terry) Kilburn, Donna (Ken) Macklin, Tim (Brenda) Wiltsie and Bryan (Julie) Wiltsie. Jim was a proud grandfather of Tina (Dave), Anthony (Jenn), Tara, Mark (Mandy), Hope, Kristy, Kylie, Beth, Matt, Stephanie (Wesley), Aden and Ellen. Jim will be fondly remembered by his 11 great-grandchildren, his brother Clarence (Thelma) Wiltsie, his many nieces, nephews, extended family including Joyce's family, and so many friends in the Smiths Falls and surrounding communities. Friends may pay their respects at the Blair & Son Funeral Home, Smiths Falls, on Wednesday, August 7, 2013 from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. A service to celebrate Jim's life will take place in the Chapel on Thursday at 1 o'clock. Interment will follow at Hillcrest Cemetery. A reception will continue to celebrate Jim's life immediately following the interment at the Smiths Falls Civitan Club HWY #15 (towards Carleton Place). In lieu of flowers, donations directed toward Canadian Cancer Society or the Heart & Stroke Foundation would be appreciated by the family.