James R. Danielson, age 77, passed away peacefully with his family surrounding him on June 30, 2022 at Barnes-Jewish Hospital ICU.
He was diagnosed with acute myeloid leukemia on June 22, 2022 and was flown to Barnes early the next morning.
Jim was born to Delbert and Mildred Danielson in El Dorado, Kansas on March 19, 1945. He leaves behind his wife, Elaine of 18 1/2 years; son James (Cathrine) and daughters Dawn and Tracey (Ethan). He also leaves behind four brothers: Mike, Doug, Ron and Gilbert, numerous grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, Delbert and Mildred and 1 brother, Gene.
He worked at Sara Lee for many years before going to North Chicago VA Hospital where he retired as Supervisor EICM after 16 1/2 years of service. After moving to Southern IL, he worked for Beck/Durham Bus Service and recently retired after more than 13 years. Jim was known for his outgoing, fun loving personality. He loved being a school bus driver and taking care of “his kids” as he called them. He was an avid fisherman in earlier years, enjoyed gardening and rooting for the Cubs. He was a lifetime member of VFW District #5, Post 4308 of Lake Villa, IL. He was a former district commander and recently resigned as Sergeant-At-Arms for the State of IL. Jim was truly loved and will be missed deeply by family and friends.
A military service for Jim will be help on Sunday July 3, 2022 at 9:45 AM at the Gilbert Funeral Home in Christopher. Visitation will be on Sunday July 3, 2022 from 8:00 AM until the time of the service at 9:45 AM.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
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