Claudia Marie Lima
August 15, 1946 ~ April 14, 2025
Born in:
Fargo, North Dakota
Resided in:
Fargo, North Dakota
Claudia M. Lima, 78, Fargo passed away Monday, April 14, 2025, at Sanford Health, Fargo. Claudia was born to Joseph and Frances (DeMars) Sullivan on August 15, 1946, in Fargo, North Dakota.
Claudia’s early education was marked by her graduation from Shanley High School in 1964. On May 14, 1966, she was united in marriage to her cherished husband, Jerome Lima, in Webster, South Dakota.
Claudia was a woman of many passions. She cherished moments spent at her lake cabins on Lake Sallie and Pearle Lake, where she found solace and joy. A devoted caregiver, she operated her own daycare, nurturing the lives of many children with warmth and kindness. In addition to her caregiving roles, Claudia held various positions throughout her career, most notably as a controller at Burlington Coat Factory and in shipping and receiving at Party City.
Claudia is survived by her loving spouse, Jerome Lima, of Fargo, ND, daughters Jodie Lima, of Fargo, and Tamara (Jeremy) Cusey, of Hawley, MN. She was a proud grandmother to three grandchildren, Diandra (Tylor) Farsdale and Dalton Knapper, both of Hawley, and Haleigh (Ryan) Krieger; and a doting great-grandmother to Bjorn and Layla Farsdale, Scarlett, Barron, and Collin Krieger. Additionally, Claudia is survived by her sisters, Patricia (Randy Asselin) Sullivan, Fargo, ND, and Michelle Herb, Phoenix, AZ; along with her sister-in-law, Joyce Braaten of Two Harbors, MN; and a host of nieces and nephews who will cherish her memory.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph Sullivan and Frances Fjeld; and her stepfather, Jerome Fjeld.
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Services
Funeral Service - Monday: April 21, 2025 2:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Visitation - Monday: April 21, 2025 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Boulger Funeral Home and Celebration of Life Center
123 10th Street S.
Fargo, North Dakota 58103
701-237-6441
www.boulgerfuneralhome.com
Peace and cherished memories to Claudia’s family. Sorry for your loss.
We love and adore Claudia and Jerry; two people with such kind, loving hearts. I am so sad to hear about Claudia’s passing, she will be missed. Jerry, my heart breaks for you. The love you shared is what only Daryl and I can try to emulate. May the wonderful memories bring you all comfort during this difficult time and may her legacy of love and kindness forever live on in her children, grandchildren and great-children. Hugs to all of you.
Claudia was a wonderful “big” sister and our family will miss her greatly.
Claudia was a caring and warm babysitter for myself, my siblings and many of our childhood friends. She and her family made us all feel loved and safe. I will cherish the wonderful memories I have of her.
I worked with Claudia at Burlington Coat Factory a few years ago. She was always upbeat and encouraging. I was a young wife & mother at the time and our family was going through some very difficult times. Claudia lent an ear and a shoulder and encouraged me in the decisions we made. When things started getting better, she was happy for me. She was a kind co-worker and I am sad to hear of her passing. You will all be in my prayers.
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Claudia was a loving caregiver to my children and I always knew they were safe and cared for as her own. She touched so many with her kindness and caring. She will be missed by many.
I will miss having conversations with Claudia, who was my next door neighbor. She loved telling me about her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. So sorry for your loss. I am praying for the Lima family.
We graduated from different high schools in the same year but I knew many many Dhanley students. My sincerest sympathy Mary Tallman class of 64