Memorials may be made to Ducks Unlimited, Wounded Warriors, Amvets or Donor's Choice. James D. Dergance, of St. Charles, Missouri, died on Thursday, May 7, 2009 at the age of 67. Dearest husband of Diane Dergance; dear son of M.L. Palmer and the late Iva Rue Dergance; devoted father of Wanda (Bill) Macher and Daniel J. Dergance; dear brother of Linda (Bob) Meckfessel and Sharon (Ralph) Barrale. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and friends. James retired as a Truck Driver from Universal Galvanizing in St. Peters, Missouri. He was a U.S. Marine Veteran (Force Recon), a member of St. Peters Post 106 Amvets, O'Fallon Optimist Club and Ducks Unlimited.