James E. Felker Sr. Obituary (1947

James E. Felker Sr., 73 of Bloomington, passed away on Wednesday, July 22, 2020 at his home with his family by his side. Jim's service will be held on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 at 12pm at Beck Memorial Home, Bloomington. Visitation will be held an hour prior to the service at the funeral home. The family has requested masks be worn and social distancing for those attending the visitation and services. Memorials may be made to the VFW Post 454 Bloomington. Beck Memorial Home is in charge of arrangements. Jim was born on February 26, 1947 in Providence, Kentucky to William Edward and Willie Edna Cain Felker. He married Emily Lynn Bishop on November 13, 1967 in Bloomington. She preceded him in death in 1995. He is survived by his son, Jimmy (Heidi) Felker Jr., Bloomington; 5 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren; 6 brothers and sisters, Martha (Ronald) Moore, Bloomington; Danny (Patty) Felker; Wesley Felker; Debbie (Dale) Wilson; William (Sissy) Felker, all of New Mexico and Ricky (Debbie) Felker, Lubbock, Texas . He was preceded in death by his parents. Jim served in the US Army and worked most of his life as a mechanic. He was also known as a jack of all trades. Jim was a good man that wouldn't hesitate to help someone in need. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and brother. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.