JAMES G. BOOTH, 72, of Ellis Grove, Illinois, passed away at 2:15 pm, Wednesday, September 23, 2015 at his residence. He was born to the late Joseph Andrew and Luella G. (nee Overturf) Booth on May 23, 1943 in St. Louis, Missouri. He married Jane Yankey on February 10, 1989 in Paducah, Kentucky; she preceded him in death on August 8, 2000. He had been a brick layer. Survivors: 2 Daughters Antoinette (Robert) Easley Lake St. Louis, MO Christine (Michael) Gordon Arnold, MO 2 Sisters Jane (Ray) Rabbitt Lebanon, IL Alice (Don) Sobba Auxvasse, MO 1 Brother-in-law Armin Montroy Chester, IL 1 Sister-in-law Alpha Booth St. Clair, MO 4 Grandchildren Many Nieces, Nephews, Cousins and Friends Preceded in death by: Parents, Wife - Jane, 1 Sister - Mary Montroy and 1 Brother - Joe Booth It was James' wishes to be cremated. A graveside service will be 11:00 am, Thursday, October 1, 2015 at Evergreen Cemetery, Chester, Illinois.