James "Jim" R. Price

James “Jim” R. Price, 89 of Normal, Illinois, passed away on Monday, July 1, 2024 at his home with his family by his side.

Jim was born in Leitchfield, Kentucky on March 12, 1935 the son of James L. and Ruby (Kiper) Price. He married Mildred Delores Harris on September 25, 1954 in Bloomington, Illinois.

He is survived by his wife of 69 years; their 5 daughters: Cathy (Kevin) Klump, Bloomington; Debbie Hayden, Springfield, IL; Laura (James) Weber, Colfax; Rebecca (Jeff Poston) Price, Bloomington; and Graycie Price, Normal. Also surviving are 19 grandchildren, 52 great grandchildren and 6 great-great grandchildren along with his sisters: Mickie (Rich) Schnor, Texas and Mary (Tom) Kerfoot, Danvers. Jim was preceded by his parents, 1 brother and 1 sister.

When Jim came of age he joined the US Army and after serving his time in the military he started his career working on the railroad as a railroader for 40 years working for GM&O then went to Amtrak and finally with Illinois Central where he retired from. He was a member of the American Legion and the Bloomington VFW. Jim had a strong Christian faith and he enjoyed fishing, all kinds of sports, especially the Green Bay Packers and the St. Louis Cardinals. He also enjoyed collecting train memorabilia. Jim had a great since of humor and an infectious smile. His family was his million bucks and he will be deeply missed by all of them and his friends.

A celebration of life gathering will be held at a later date, and cremation rites will be accorded.

Beck Memorial Home, Bloomington, Illinois is in charge of arrangements.