Memorials may be made to the American Cancer Society or Mid America Transplant Services. Beloved husband of Genii Openlander; loving father of Thomas M. and Joseph M. Openlander; cherished brother of Mary Ann Greenwood (Bill), Katherine Berry (Alec), Patricia MacDonald, James F. (Nancy), John J. (Diane), and Michael Openlander; dear grandfather of Brianna Openlander; dear son-in-law, brother-in-law, uncle, and cousin. Preceded in death by parents James F., Sr. and Catherine Openlander. Mr. Openlander was a member of the United States Army.