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▰ James C James

Died June 13, … More Information
James C James, of Aurora, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before James June 13, 2012. James was 90.
Obituary published: June 14, 2012 in "KCChronicle"

▰ James M James

Died March 24, … More Information
James M James, born April 23, 1948 entered into eternal rest March 24, 2017 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. James was 68.

▰ James H James

Died September 30, … More Information
James H James, born January 8, 1931 entered the Kingdom of Heaven September 30, 2014 in Crest Hill, Illinois. James was 83.

▰ James Herbert James

Died September 30, … More Information
James Herbert James, born January 8, 1931 went to be with the Lord on September 30, 2014 in Crest Hill, Illinois. James was 83. Tags: #Joliet #Children #Hospital #James #Bloomington #Janet #Nancy #Pamela #Jeff #Brad #Ruthie #School #United #Marines #Christian #Jesus #Savior
Obituary: The Memorial Service of James H. James

83 years old of Joliet, IL will be held 17, 2014 at 11am at East Lawn , 1102 Airport Road, Bloomington, IL with the Honor Guard of the United States Marines Corps, a bronze veterans memorial stone, wherewith He will be laid to rest.

Mr. James died at 8am on 30, 2014 at Joliet Hospice of natural causes. Memorials may be made to St. Jude's Children's Hospital, per his request.

Jim James was born on 8, 1931 in Bloomington, IL. A son of Mr. & Mrs. Charles James. Other survivors include three daughters and two sons; Janet Martin, Nancy James and Pamela James, Jeff and Brad James, twelve grandchildren, eleven great grandchildren, and his little black kitty Ruthie.

Jim James graduated from Bloomington High School, and played football and basketball before serving in the United States Marines Corps until 1960. Jim pursued a successful business career in Joliet, IL as an independent insurance agent until he retired.

Jim is a devout Christian man who knows Jesus Christ as his personal Savior. Jim lives on in the hearts of his beloved children and friends.

▰ James C James, Jr

Died June 12, … More Information
James C James, Jr , born May 22, 1922 entered into eternal rest June 12, 2012 in Illinois. James was 90. Tags: #Auroran #Aurora #James #Julia #University #Illinois #Architectural #Sigma #Epsilon #Helen #Trinity #Church #Senior #Presidents #National #Society #World #Army #Force #Atlantic #Masonite #Swiss-owned #Cement #Aggregates #Concrete #Marylands #Engineering #Holnam #Vice #Sales #Midwest #Survivors #Geneva #Julie #Boehm #Batavia #Barbara #Edgewater #Maryland #Marion #Martha #Port #Florida #John #Northfield #Minnesota #Amar #East #Reverend #Interment #Spring #Alzheimers
Obituary: James C. James Jr., 90, a lifetime Auroran, passed away on , 12, 2012.
He was born May 22, 1922, in Aurora, the son of the late James C. and Julia H. James.
Jim graduated from the University of Illinois in 1949, where he earned a B.S. in Architectural Engineering and was a member of the Sigma Alpha Epsilon mens fraternity. He was a licensed professional engineer most of his adult life. Jim married the love of his life, Helen E. (Wheeler) James, in 1943. She passed away in 2004. He was a longtime member of Trinity Episcopal Church where he was a member of the vestry and served as Senior Warden in the 1990s. Jim was also a life member of the University of Illinois Foundations Presidents Council and a member of the National Gargoyle Architectural Honor Society. Jim served his country proudly during World War II as a corporal in the Army Air Force. He was honorably discharged in 1946 after serving as a navigator on many submarine locating sortees in the Atlantic theater. discharge and graduation, Jim worked many years for the Masonite Corporation developing several patents in the 1950s. He changed careers in the 1960s, becoming a sales executive for Swiss-owned Dundee Cement Co., after further educating himself in Aggregates and Concrete at the University of Marylands college of Engineering in 1964. Dundee became Holnam Inc., and he retired from Holnam in 1990 as a Vice President - Sales, Midwest Division.
Survivors include:
His son James C. (Michele) James, III, of Geneva
2 grandchildren: Julia C. James and James C. Charlie James, IV, both of Geneva
2 nieces, Julie (Michael) Boehm of Batavia and Barbara P. McGarry of Edgewater, Maryland, as well as several great nieces, great nephews and great great nieces and nephews
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, his wife,
2 sisters, Marion J. Price of Aurora, Illinois, and Martha R. James of Port Richey, Florida, as well as his nephew, John C. Price of Northfield, Minnesota
His greatest love was his family and close friends who will miss his love, sage advice and strong generous heart most dearly. The family wishes to acknowledge his caregiver, Amar, for his dedicated service.
services will take place at 10:30 a.m. on , 18, 2012, at Trinity Episcopal Church, 218 East Benton, Aurora, with the Reverend Thomas P. Rosa officiating.
Interment will be at Spring Lake . In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be directed to Trinity Episcopal Church or the Alzheimers Association (in memory of Helen).

▰ James "Dick" R Smith "Smitty"

Died October 23, … More Information
James "Dick" R Smith "Smitty", born May 17, 1941 peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord October 23, 2018 in Peoria, Illinois. James was 77.
Family members and close friends: , Dick Was Preceded In Death By His Parents; His Wife, Mae; His Daughter, Mel; Grandson, Michael; And Great Granddaughter, September., Karleen And Jim Heinz, Mike And Debbie Hodgkins, Paul Secrest, Homer James Ralph Smith, ~ Many Grandchildren And Great Grandchildren, Linda Eddy, Mae L. ( Johnson ) Smith, Mel Smith, Ida Maxine ( Bair ) Smith, Guy Smith

▰ James H James

Died September 30, … More Information
James H James, born January 8, 1931 departed this life Sunday September 30, 2014 in Bloomington, Illinois. James was 83.
Family members and close friends: , Daniel Ivanich, Wayne Brinkman, Pamela James, Pastor Bob Hahn

▰ James Herbert James

Died September 30, … More Information
James Herbert James, born January 8, 1931 entered eternal life September 30, 2014 in Bloomington, Illinois. James was 83.
Family members and close friends: , Daniel Ivanich, Wayne Brinkman, Pamela James, Pastor Bob Hahn

▰ Jacqueline "Jacki" S (Smith) James

Died November 27, … More Information
Jacqueline "Jacki" S (Smith) James, age 64 of Aurora, Illinois, departed this life Sunday November 27, 2002.
Obituary published: November 28, 2002 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Jacqueline "Jacki" S (Smith) James

Died November 27, … More Information
Jacqueline "Jacki" S (Smith) James, 64, of Big Rock, Illinois, left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home November 27, 2002.
Obituary published: November 28, 2002 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Jacqueline "Jacki" S James

Died November 26, … More Information
Jacqueline "Jacki" S James, 64, of Big Rock, Illinois departed this life November 26, 2002.
Obituary published: November 27, 2002 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Jack Warren James

Died July 13, … More Information
Jack Warren James, born March 1, 1928 went to be with the Lord on July 13, 2014 in Port Byron, Illinois. Jack was 86. Tags: #Viola
Obituary: Jack was born on 1, 1928 and passed away on , 13, 2014. Jack was a resident of Port Byron, Illinois at the time of passing. Jack was married to Viola.

▰ J Wilbur James

Died August 09, … More Information
J Wilbur James, 99, went to be with the Lord on August 9, 2007 in Farmer City, Illinois.
Obituary published: August 10, 2007 in "News-Gazette"

▰ Israel Douglas James

Died March 18, … More Information
Israel Douglas James, of Metropolis, Illinois, entered into eternal rest March 18, 2002. Israel was 77.
Obituary published: March 19, 2002 in "Paducah S (KY)"

▰ Isabel (Vetter) James

Died February 22, … More Information
Isabel (Vetter) James, age 71 of Illinois, passed from this life on February 22, 2007.
Obituary published: February 23, 2007 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Isabel (Vetter) James

Died February 21, … More Information
Isabel (Vetter) James, of Illinois, entered Heaven's gates on February 21, 2007. Isabel was 71.
Obituary published: February 22, 2007 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Irene James

Died September 19, … More Information
Irene James, born October 10, 2010 went to be with the Lord on September 19, 2017 in Illinois. Irene was 6.

▰ Irene James

Died July 14, … More Information
Irene James, born July 7, 1918 departed this life Sunday July 14, 2015 in Chicago, Illinois. Irene was 97.

▰ Howard R James, Sr

Died November 28, … More Information
Howard R James, Sr , born April 7, 1941 was anxious to meet his Maker and Master November 28, 2015 in Bridgeview, Illinois. Howard was 74. Tags: #Anita
Obituary: Howard was born on 7, 1941 and passed away on , 28, 2015. Howard was a resident of Bridgeview, Illinois at the time of passing. Howard was married to Anita.

▰ Howard James

Died February 11, … More Information
Howard James, of Illinois, left hisearthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home February 11, 2003. Howard was 48.
Obituary published: February 12, 2003 in "Belleville N-D"

▰ Homer C James

Died October 18, … More Information
Homer C James, age 87 of Eldorado, Illinois passed away October 18, 1996.
Obituary published: October 19, 1996 in "Daily Register"

▰ Homer C James

Died October 16, … More Information
Homer C James passed away peacefully October 16, 1996, at his home in Eldorado, Illinois. He was 87.
Obituary published: October 17, 1996 in "Daily Register"

▰ Herbert L James

Died November 13, … More Information
Herbert L James, of Springfield, Illinois, went to be with his Lord and Savior November 13, 2002. Herbert was 83.
Obituary published: November 14, 2002 in "State J-R"

▰ Henry L James

Died September 24, … More Information
Henry L James, born February 26, 1938 entered Heaven's gates on September 24, 2011 in Waukegan, Illinois. Henry was 73. Tags: #Brother #Antonio #Texas #Wheatley #School #University #Prairie #Degree #Electrical #Commission #Lieutenant #United #Army #Sister #Hatcher #Hempested #Henry #Junior #Daughter #Carolyn #Angeles #California #Military #Force #West #Khartoum #Africa #Viet #Distinguished #Cross #Medals #Leaf #Vietnam #Masters #Computer #Webster #Program #Deputy #Chicago #Master #Prince #Frankfort #Germany #Masonry #Masonic #Charitable #William #Past #Secretary #Chapter #Patron #Order #Eastern #Affiliated #Shore #Worthy #Joshua #Heroines #Jericho #Consistory #Commander #Chief #Southern #Temple #Valley #Waukegan #North #South #Post #American #Treasurer #Marsh #Gurnee #Jesus #Apostolic #Lake #Northshore #Memories
Obituary: Henry L. James, Past Master, William Scruggs Military Lodge No. 147; Brother Henry L. James, was born and raised in San Antonio, Texas where he graduated from Wheatley High School. He attended the University of Texas and subsequently transferred to Prairie View A&M , where he graduated with a BS Degree in Electrical Engineering and was Commission Second Lieutenant in the United States Army. He married his wife, Sister Mary Hatcher, May 12,1961, in Hempested, Texas. have two children, a son Henry L. James, Junior, and Daughter, Carolyn L. James who resides in Los Angeles, California. During his thirty four years of Military Services, including six years in the Air Force Reserves, and twenty eight years in the United States Army. His Military assignments took him overseas to West Germany where he served three tours, a tour in Khartoum Sudan in Africa and two tours in Viet Nam. He received many award commendations, citations and medals. Among them, the Distinguished Flying Cross for more the twenty aerial flights over hostile territory at night. He received several Air Medals with Oak Leaf Clusters for his roles in aerial support missions of operations in Vietnam. He retired from the US Army as a Lieutenant Colonel, and he continued his education and earned a Masters Degree in Computer Management from Webster University. He worked as an Army Instructor with the JROTC Program and served as Deputy Director of the JROTC Program for the Chicago Public School System for fourteen years. In 1964 he became a Master Mason in Prince Hall Military Lodge in Frankfort, Germany. He was elevated to the highest and last degree of Masonry 33° in1975. He maintained membership and held positions in the following Masonic and Charitable organizations: William Scruggs Military Lodge No 147, Past Master, and Secretary for fifteen years. Emblem Chapter No 140, Past Worthy Patron, Order of the Eastern Stars, Prince Hall Affiliated. North Shore Court, No 73, Past Most Worthy Grand Joshua, Heroines of Jericho, Prince Hall Affiliated. Military Consistory, #304, Commander In Chief, Southern Jurisdiction, Frankfort, Germany, Prince Hall Affiliated. Shawall Temple No. 165, Valley of Waukegan, A.E.A.O.N.M.S., North and South America., Inc. Sharvin Post No 397, American Legion, North Chicago, IL., Treasurer. Visitation 5-8 p.m. at Marsh of Gurnee and 10-11 a.m. at Jesus Name Apostolic Church. Service 11:00 a.m. at Jesus Name Apostolic Church, 208 Lake St., Waukegan, IL. Burial Northshore Garden of Memories, North Chicago, IL.

▰ Helen L (Hansen) James

Died September 28, … More Information
Helen L (Hansen) James, age 88 of Arlington Heights, Illinois, went into the presence of the Lord on September 28, 2002.
Obituary published: September 29, 2002 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Helen L (Hansen) James

Died September 29, … More Information
Helen L (Hansen) James, age 88 of Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away September 29, 2002.
Obituary published: September 30, 2002 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Helen E (Wheeler) James

Died December 26, … More Information
Helen E (Wheeler) James, 82, of Aurora, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 26, 2004.
Obituary published: December 27, 2004 in "KCChronicle"

▰ Helen E (Wheeler) James

Died December 25, … More Information
Helen E (Wheeler) James, of Aurora, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven December 25, 2004. Helen was 82.
Obituary published: December 26, 2004 in "KCChronicle"

▰ Helen E (Wheeler) James

Died December 25, … More Information
Helen E (Wheeler) James, of Aurora, Illinois, joined the Lord December 25, 2004. Helen was 82.
Obituary published: December 26, 2004 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Helen E (Wheeler) James

Died December 24, … More Information
Helen E (Wheeler) James, of Aurora, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she December 24, 2004. Helen was 82.
Obituary published: December 25, 2004 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Helen (Shelby) James

Died July 23, … More Information
Helen (Shelby) James left this earth on July 23, 2006 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Illinois.
Obituary published: July 24, 2006 in "Chicago T"

▰ Helen James

Died July 13, … More Information
Helen James left this earth on July 13, 2016 to meet with Jesus, her Lord and Savior in Quincy, Illinois.

▰ Helen E James

Died September 09, … More Information
Helen E James, born March 4, 1921 left us to live with the Father in her new eternal home September 9, 2015 in Naperville, Illinois. Helen was 94.

▰ Helen E James

Died September 09, … More Information
Helen E James, born March 4, 1921 left her earthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home September 9, 2015 in Lisle, Illinois. Helen was 94.

▰ Hazel Mae (Lancaster) James

Died September 18, … More Information
On September 18, 1998, Hazel Mae (Lancaster) James, 92 of Virden, Illinois passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: September 19, 1998 in "Springfield J-R"

▰ Harry W James

Died March 27, … More Information
Harry W James, age 57 of Elmhurst, Illinois, left hisearthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home March 27, 2014.
Obituary published: March 28, 2014 in "LombardSpectator"

▰ Harry Lorenzo Jr James

Died September 20, … More Information
Harry Lorenzo Jr James, of Chicago Heights, Illinois, gained his wings on September 20, 2000. Harry was 88.
Obituary published: September 21, 2000 in "Park Forest Star"

▰ Harry James

Died April 23, … More Information
Harry James, born May 1, 1929 entered eternal life April 23, 2013 in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Harry was 83.
Family members and close friends: , Chuck Kavanaugh, Annie Supalla, William Spain

▰ Harold D "Jess" James

Died January 13, … More Information
Harold D "Jess" James went into the presence of the Lord on January 13, 2018 in Illinois.
Obituary published: January 14, 2018 in "Chicago T"

▰ Hardy James Jr

Died April 08, … More Information
Hardy James Jr , born September 14, 1942 entered Heaven's gates on April 8, 2019 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Hardy was 76.

▰ Hadley Hank James

Died February 18, … More Information
Hadley Hank James, of Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before she February 18, 2007. Hadley was 46.
Obituary published: February 19, 2007 in "Southeast Missourian (MO)"

▰ H Marvine (Bell) James

Died February 28, … More Information
H Marvine (Bell) James, age 71 of Mahomet, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven February 28, 2000.
Obituary published: February 29, 2000 in "News-Gazette"

▰ Grace S James

Died March 23, … More Information
Grace S James, age 83 of Streamwood, Illinois, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home March 23, 2017.
Obituary published: March 24, 2017 in "The Daily Herald"

▰ Grace S James

Died March 23, … More Information
Grace S James, born October 8, 1933 passed away peacefully March 23, 2017 in Streamwood, Illinois. Grace was 83. Tags: #Robert
Obituary: Grace was born on 8, 1933 and passed away on , 23, 2017. Grace was a resident of Streamwood, Illinois at the time of passing. Grace was married to Robert.

▰ Gordon Maxwell "Mac" James

Died March 18, … More Information
Gordon Maxwell "Mac" James, age 84 of Illinois, born in Marietta, Ohio, was anxious to meet his Maker and Master March 18, 2019.
Obituary published: March 19, 2019 in "The Daily Herald"

▰ Gordon H James

Died April 20, … More Information
Gordon H James, 89 of Naperville, Illinois, was anxious to meet his Maker and Master, April 20, 2005.
Obituary published: April 21, 2005 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Gordon H James

Died April 19, … More Information
Gordon H James, 89, of Naperville, Illinois, left his earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home April 19, 2005.
Obituary published: April 20, 2005 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Gordon H James

Died April 21, … More Information
Gordon H James, age 89 of Naperville, Illinois, joined the Lord April 21, 2005.
Obituary published: April 22, 2005 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Gordon Maxwell James

Died March 07, … More Information
Gordon Maxwell James, born September 26, 1934 died on March 7, 2019 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Gordon was 84.
Family members and close friends: , Jl Myers Palatine, Vista

▰ Gordon James

Died April 19, … More Information
Gordon James, of Naperville, Illinois, entered Heaven's gates on April 19, 2005. Gordon was 89.
Obituary published: April 20, 2005 in "Journal Star"
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