James was 82 years of age at the time of his death, in Farmington Hills. He is the beloved husband of Marie, and dear father of Jim Richards, and Lori (Bruce) Revord. Jim retired from MichCon, and has enjoyed the company of family, friends...and watching television! Jim is survived by his loving grandson: Dirk (Erica) Richards; Great granddaughters: Delilah and Joslyn; and his sister, Geraldine Riddell. The family will receive visitors on Sunday from 12:00 Noon to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Monday morning at 11 a.m. A veteran of the U.S. Army, Jim will be buried with Honors at Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, Michigan on: Tuesday, June 22nd at 10:30 a.m. There will be NO procession; please meet at the cemetery. Please share a memory or condolence.