Memorials may be made to PKD (Polycystic Kidney Disease ) Foundation. James, Gary R., of St. Charles, Missouri, died on Friday, April 25, 2008 at the age of 57. Beloved husband of Judy Mae James; dear son of the late Ralph L. James and the late Velva Jo James; cherished father of Tracy (John) Blair, Angi (Nathan) Roe, Jessi (Brian) Herrmann, and Lindsey James; dear brother of Billy James, the late Jerry Dale James, and the late Shirley Jo James-Follmer; dear son-in-law of Lois Whitelock; loving grandfather of 8 grandchildren. He was employed as an Office Manager at Foster Mechanical and was a graduate of Ritenour High. Gary was also a member of Moose Lodge #1513 of St. Charles, MO; an avid bowler and softball player, and a karaoke DJ.