James is survived by his wife, Sandra; children Julie (Phil) Kronmiller of LeRoy, Steve Gottschalk of Minier, Nancy (Scott) Builta of McLean, Jill(Ramsey) Oliveri of Jacksonville FL; eight grandchildren: Shannon (Troy) Adcock, Lindsey (Ryan) Nicholson, Nick (Michelle) Kronmiller, Tyler (Taylor) Gottschalk, Blaze Gottschalk, Ashley Doolin, Holly (Miles) McDevitt, Matt Builta; 10 great-grandchildren, a sister, LouAnn (David) Gann of Houlka, MS, and many loved nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandson Roger Doolin, Jr.
James owned and operated Gottschalk Construction. He loved building and fixing things for others. He loved to go fishing with his son and grandsons and especially enjoyed his annual fishing trips with his brother-in-law's. James will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
A private family service will be held, with Kathy Mitchell as the officiant. East Lawn Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
Memorial contributions can be may to: Smith Center for Alzheimer's Research and Treatment, SIU Foundation, PO Box 19666, Springfield, IL 62794-9666
