James (Jim) A. Williams, 73, a member of St. Agnes Cathedral, died January 21, 2021, in Springfield MO. Jim had an accomplished 36 year career with JCPenney, culminating his last 10 years as store manager in four states.  He married Kathleen Rocap on September 15, 1973, in Denver CO. Their loving union brought three wonderful children.  As a family, they transferred 13 times with JCP.  Each move broadened their circle of family friends.
Jim is survived by wife Katie. Children: Michael (Liska), Milliken CO; Carrie (Patrick), Thornton CO; Daniel (Joanna), Thornton. CO and grandchildren who Jim cherished: Evan Williams, Avery Queenin, Aidan Williams, Sydney Williams and Kylie Williams.
Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, January 25th, at 10:30 am in St. Agnes Cathedral. Rev Lewis Hejna will be officiating under the direction of Gorman-Scharpf Funeral Home. Visitation at the Cathedral begins at 9:30. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Agnes Building Fund, 533 S Jefferson, Springfield MO 65806 or Imana, 101 W 22nd St., Suite 104, Lombard IL 60148 for cleft palate surgeries.