James proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War as a Staff Sergeant. He belonged to the VFW, the Knights of Columbus. James also belonged to the Pipefitter Local 636 for 70 years. He served as a Clinton Township Trustee for 16 years, where he was instrumental in bringing development to the Northern part of the Township.
James is survived by his children, Shelly Gilray, Jimmy Wagner, Lori (Bill) Addelia, Steven (Kristen) Wagner; Grandchildren, Bill (Jamie) Addelia, Stefanie (Jason) Helsom, Joseph Addelia, Maria Addelia, Jacob (Jaclyn) Wagner, Austin Wagner; great-grandchildren, Olivia Addelia, Sofia Addelia, Billy Addelia, Liam Helsom, Eliana Helsom, Sawyer Wagner, Aubrey Wagner. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 65 years, Delores.
A visitation for James will be held Thursday, October 27, 2022 from 3pm to 8pm at Kaul Funeral Home, 35201 Garfield Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48035. An instate will occur Friday, October 28, 2022 from 11am until the time of Mass at 11:30 at St. Thecla Catholic Church, 20740 S Nunneley Rd, Clinton Township, MI 48035. A graveside service with military honors will occur Friday, October 28, 2022 at Resurrection Cemetery, 18201 Clinton River Road, Clinton Township, MI 48038.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kaulfuneralhome.com for the Wagner family.