James L. Jaeger Sr.

James L. Jaeger Sr., 88, passed away on July 18, 2023. He was born January 26, 1935 in Yorktown, TX to Emil L. and Jewel Caruthers Jaeger. He graduated from Yorktown High School and served in the US Army as a light aircraft and helicopter mechanic. After discharge he worked at Alcoa for 39 years as an I&E technician. He was a member of the American Legion Post 166. James loved going dancing with his wife, Rose on the weekends and loved listening to polka music. He also enjoyed playing dominoes, fishing & riding the river, hunting, playing softball, and going to casinos in Louisiana. His grandchildren and great-grandchildren held a special place in his heart and they will miss his fun sense of humor.

He is survived by his sons, James L. Jaeger, Jr. (Delyse) of Sonora, Daniel Jaeger and David Jaeger (Delana) of Victoria; daughters, Jackie Altuna of Victoria and Debbie Jaeger of Fort Worth; brothers, Jerry Jaeger of Yorktown and Pat Jaeger of Victoria; grandchildren, Amanda Smith (Joey), Cheyenne Ells (Matt), Gill Jaeger, Garett Jaeger, Mykaela Hagerdon (Luke), Mackenzie Jaeger and Jackson Altuna; great-grandchildren, Taylor, Reileigh and Bristol Smith, Laramie Ells, Dane and Ellis Hagerdon,; and great-great-grandchild, Shawn Dugan.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Rose Marie Jaeger; parents, infant son Johnny L. Jaeger, infant grandson Jacob Jaeger; brother, Bobby Jaeger; and sister, Barbara Ann Bauman.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, July 22, 2023 at 3:00 p.m. at Martin Luther Lutheran Church, Coletoville, with Pastor Kara Hairell-Speed officiating.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Martin Luther Lutheran Church, 2535 Coletoville Rd, Victoria, TX 77905 or Hospice of South Texas.

Words of comfort may be shared at www.rosewoodfuneralchapel.com.