James Claude Overby

James Claude Overby Sr., 57, died at 12:17 am., Tuesday, June 22, 2021, from injuries sustained in an automobile accident. James was born on April 21, 1964, in Marrero, Louisiana and was a lifelong resident of the Westbank. James is survived by his mother Comila Overby, Son James Overby Jr. (Caitlyn), Granddaughter Lucille Overby, sister Tammy Younkins (Kenneth), brother Ricky Overby, Family friend Victoria Vinet and Best friend Marcel Lepine. James was preceded in death by his father Robert Overby and his brothers Robbie Overby, Bobby Overby and Gary Overby. James is also survived by numerous extended family members, all of whom he loved and cherished. This beloved father and friend was deeply loved, and his loss is felt intensely by those who knew him. James truly loved with his whole heart and his love was reciprocated by those fortunate enough to call him either family or friend. Family and friends are invited to attend the visitation at Westside Leitz-Eagan Funeral Home, 5101 Westbank Expressway on Saturday, July 3, 2021 at 10am until 1pm. A service will take place at 1:00. Interment will be at Restlawn Park Cemetery, Avondale, LA. An online guestbook is available at www.westsideleitzeagan.com.