James Easter
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Mass of Christian Burial for James Herbert Easter, 56, Lawrence will be held at 11:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 17, 2010 at St. John the Evangelist Catholic Church, Lawrence. Cremation will follow. He passed away January 12, 2010 at Lawrence Memorial Hospital.
He was born July 26, 1953 in Wichita, KS the son of James William and Lillian Kathleen (Wilson) Easter.
Jim worked as a court service officer in Leavenworth, KS until he retired. After retirement he worked part-time for ECKAN Inc. He was a member of St. Johns the Evangelist Catholic Church. He was also a former Kiwanis; Rotary and Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity member.
He married Navonne McIntosh on June 12, 1982 in E. St. Louis, Illinois and she survives of the home.
Other survivors include a son, James Lorenzo Hess Easter; a daughter, Sherrie Evelyn Kay Easter of the home; a brother, Timothy and his wife, Gail of Memphis, TN; a sister, Deborah and husband, Guillermon Barrera of Arlington, TX; his mother-in-law and father–in-law, Cecilia and Claude Castleberry of Evergreen, Alabama; a brother-in-law, Kurt Mason of Collinsville, IL; many other relatives.
Memorial contributions may be made in his name to ECKAN Inc. in Lawrence, KS or to Alliance Againist Family Violence in Leavenworth, KS and may be sent in care of the Warren-McElwain Mortuary.
The family will greet friends from 9 a.m. until service time at the church on Tuesday.
He will lie in state from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Monday at the mortuary.
I worked with Jim while he was a probation officer for Leavenworth County. Jim always had a practical and sensible way of dealing with everyone, be it judge, attorney or probationer. I always admired his work and would listen to his recommendations carefully. Jim was missed when he retired, both his hard work and his humor and good- natured banter. My deepest condolences to his family. He made a difference in the lives of many people in Leavenworth County.
Jim married into my family. He will be trully missed. His smile, laughter, and your personal outlook on life will be missed. His journey was a long one but he has finally arrived. The bible talks about the resurrection, I believe that we will see each other again. Pray will help Jim’s family through the trying times.
Jim married into my family. He will be trully missed. His smile, laughter, and your personal outlook on life will be missed. His journey was a long one but he has finally arrived. The bible talks about the resurrection, I believe that we will see each other again. Pray will help Jim’s family through the trying times.
Jim was my office mate in the Harvey House during my years working in Leavenworth. When I think of Jim, what I always think of his that great smile, those sparkling eyes, his wonderful disposition and the love he had for his wife and his children. My heartfelt condolences to NaVonne, Jay and Sherrie as well as to his brother and sister and all those who loved him. Peace be with you all.
I worked with Jim for many years when I worked for the County Attorney’s office. Jim made that job fun. Always smiling and a very good friend. My family and I will miss him deeply. RIP “Lesley Icepack”, who was often imitated but never duplicated!!
Jim’s work was like a stone in the pond that sends out ripples in an ever expanding circle that makes it impossible to tell just how many lives he touched and how many people he helped. He will be remembered as a great and caring man.
Jim was my neighbor. He always had a smile on his face even when I knew he was not feeling well. Navonne, Jay and Sherrie know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. I am so sorry for your loss. Jim will be missed by many.
My father was was a wonderful person. He was always there for me, my mother, and my sister and other people. i could never ask for a better dad. thanks for all the people who have shown support and have been there through this hard time. i love him and will miss him a lot. R.I.P. pops, i will make you proud!