Billie Dean James, 86, passed away on Tuesday, March 15, 2022, at his home.
There will be a Celebration of Life at a later date. Burial will be in Island Cemetery. The Ralph J. Wittich-Riley-Freers Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements. Online Condolences: www.wittichfuneralhome.com
Billie was born July 30, 1935, in Cairo, Iowa, the son of Lee B. James and Florence N. James.
He graduated from Muscatine High School in 1953. He then joined the Air force. After leaving the Air force, Billie went to the University of Iowa, where he received his Electrical Engineering Degree. He used his degree to work on Naval Ships.
Billie enjoyed playing cards, Billiards, and working on his house. He enjoyed helping his friends refurbish their homes. He loved traveling with his best friend, Loretta.
Billie is survived by his son, David James and his spouse, Brenda, both of Fruitland; his best friend, Loretta Martin, of Muscatine; and his grandchildren Sutton and Olivia James
He was preceded in death by his parents; and his siblings, Kenneth Sayers, Robert James, and Phyllis Thorpe.