James W. Probus, of O'Fallon, Missouri, died on Tuesday, March 2, 2010 at the age of 73. Dearest husband of 51 years to Joyce Marie Probus (nee: Wethington); dear son of the late James Isaac and Sue M. Probus; loving father of Jill A. (Melvin) Brinkmann and James B. Probus; cherished grandfather of Ryan (Kayla) Brinkmann, Nick Brinkmann, Tyler Probus and Tori Probus; great-grandfather of Teagan Rose Brinkmann; dear brother of Faye Probus and Kaye (Bill) Rankin; brother-in-law of Melody (Robert) Williams. He was a beloved uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend. He was employed at Boeing for 40 years before his retirement, and a devoted family man. He loved and cherished each of them.