An iconic contractor who has been instrumental in developing many major projects in the tri-state has passed away.

JICI Construction President Kenneth Wilson made a public announcement Friday on the passing of Jim Ingledue. Wilson stated that Ingledue and “his business acumen and community involvement have helped shape Steuben County and Northeast Indiana”.

Ingledue founded of Jim Ingledue Construction in 1977. His passion for the construction industry have influenced the residential, commercial and industrial markets for over the last 40 plus years.

Wilson said the JICI team will do their best to build upon JICI's foundation and uphold the solid principles laid out by Ingledue.