She was born in Waseca, MN, on March 19, 1933, daughter of Alfred and Mildred (Gill) Fell. She was married to William M. James, (44 years, his death) of St. James, MN, and later John R. Flanary (7 years his death) of St. Charles, MN.
Almarie had 5 children, all sons. She was preceded in death by the eldest, Scott G. James (2020), and is survived by sons Mark D. James (Diana Hollowell), Bradley M. James (Terrie Martin), William C. James (Karen Heselbarth), and Jeffrey F. James. She is also survived by grandchildren Alison L. James, Benjamin M. James, Emily Q. (James) Jackson, Matthew W. James, and Gwyneth A. James.
She was also preceded in death by her sister, Jeanne (Fell) McGuire (2007), and Sister in Law, Mary (James) Burckhardt Mogck (2021).
At the time of her death, her constant companion was her beloved Wheaton Terrier, Daisy.
Previous residences included Bridgeport and Plainview, NY; St. James, MN; and Punta Gorda, FL.
A lifelong Presbyterian, she was attended the 1st Presbyterian Church in St. James, MN and in Ridgefield, IL.
Graduating from Waseca Public School and attending Macalester College, St. Paul, MN, her hobbies included High School Cheerleading, as well as sailing, painting, and traveling. She loved to gather with friends often and hosted many parties with close friends, family, and friends as well as raising her sons. She loved sports and was an avid fan of the Minnesota Vikings and the Minnesota Twins.
Memorial Service and Reception for both Almarie and her son Scott will be held May 14th, 2022 at 11:00 AM at the 1st Presbyterian Church, St. James, Minnesota. Internment will follow at Mt. Hope Cemetery, St. James, Minnesota.
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