James Davis Trolinger Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James Davis Trolinger (Costa Mesa, California), whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 26, 2025 at the age of 85. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint James Davis leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Winston Trolinger and Euna Mae Davis Trolinger; and his brother Perry Trolinger (Ann). He is survived by: his wife Pauline Abbott; his children, James Trolinger Jr. (Joan), Kris Trolinger Brummett and Jonathan Trolinger (Elizabeth Sowers); his grandchildren, Wesley Brummett (Maria), Christian Brummett (Garrett Sumpf) and Kaleb Wombacher-Trolinger; and his siblings, Martha Gene Cartwright (Wallace) and William "Bill" Trolinger (Pam). He is also survived by nieces and nephews.