Paul Omer James

PAUL OMER JAMES , 67, of Red Bud, Illinois, passed away at 3:06 pm, Sunday, August 1, 2021 at his residence.

He was born to the late Joseph Omer and Virginia (nee Longin) James on September 18, 1953 in St. Louis, Missouri.

Paul married Barbara Elder on February 20, 1993 in Maeystown, Illinois; she survives.

He had worked as a Police Officer for St. Louis City for 20 years, and for the last 13 years he had worked for Weir Parts Center in Red Bud, Illinois.

Paul enjoyed gardening, woodworking, taking care of his lawn, building model airplanes and loved to do crossword puzzles. He also enjoyed watching John Wayne and Western movies.

Survivors:

Wife:

Barbara James Red Bud, IL

3 Step Children:

Lisa (Chris) Burton Waterloo, IL

Emily Jost Waterloo, IL

Eric (Heather) Jost Belleville, IL

1 Sister:

Jaquee Kampmeinert St. Charles, MO

5 Step Grandchildren:

Ella Burton, Tessa Burton, Emma Horn, Aiden Jost and Noah Jost

1 Niece:

Eve Kampmeinert

2 Nephews:

Gary (Lisa) Kampmeinert and John (Robin) Kampmeinert

2 Great Nieces:

Katie and Lexi Kampmeinert

1 Great Nephew:

Tommy Kampmeinert

4 Brothers-in-law:

Paul Elder, Rich (Toni) Elder, Bob (Cindy) Elder and Jim (Karen) Elder

1 Sister-in-law: Mary (Sam) Parker

Preceded in death by: Parents and 5 Brothers-in-law

It was Paul’s wish to be cremated.

Memorial Service :

1:00 pm, Saturday, August 14, 2021

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Red Bud, Illinois

Visitation:

Saturday – 11:00 am – 1:00 pm

Pechacek Funeral Homes, Red Bud, Illinois

Memorials:

Family Choice