We bid farewell to James P. Elbert (Algona, Iowa), born in Whittemore, Iowa, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on April 25, 2024 at the age of 86. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James P. Elbert to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Raymond Elbert and Marie Elbert (Fandel); his daughter Pamela Elbert; his siblings, Dennis Elbert and Alice; and his brothers-in-law, Gale Stone and Marion Casey.

He is survived by : his wife Pat of Algona; his children, Julie Opdahl of Norwalk, Douglas Elbert (Jennifer) of Grimes, Steven Elbert, Jolene Lensing (John) of Clive and Christie Berte (Curt) of Livermore; his grandchildren, Jenna Dickinson (Garrett), Brett Opdahl (Lydia) of Grimes, Cody Elbert of Iowa City, Tom Lensing of Des Moines, Sheridan Eick (Bryce) of Waverly, Nick Lensing (Anna) of Des Moines, Victor Berte (Christine) of LuVerne, Spencer Elbert of Des Moines, Anna Lensing, Donovan Berte of Waverly and Rozlyn Elbert of Ames; his siblings, Helen Casey and Ray; and his sisters-in-law, Carrie Elbert and Rosie Elbert. He is also survived by 7 great grandchildren.

A rosary was held on Sunday, April 28th 2024 from 2:45 PM to 3:00 PM at the Oakcrest Funeral Services - Algona (218 S Moore St, Algona, IA 50511). Visitation was held on Sunday, April 28th 2024 from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the same location. A Mass was held on Monday, April 29th 2024 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Divine Mercy Parish ~ St. Cecelia (715 E North St, Algona, IA 50511).

In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Divine Mercy Parish - St. Cecelia Catholic Church, PO Box 633, Algona, IA 50511 or Bishop Garrigan Catholic Schools, 1224 N. McCoy Street, Algona, IA 50511.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Oakcrest Funeral Services