James Richard Waters's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2025 in Downers Grove, Illinois

James Richard Waters

August 20, 1949 - July 14, 2025 (75 years old)

Downers Grove, Illinois

James Richard Waters's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2025 in Downers Grove, Illinois

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Cook Funeral & Cremation Services

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James Richard Waters

August 20, 1949 - July 14, 2025 (75 years old)

Downers Grove, Illinois

James Richard Waters Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Richard Waters (Downers Grove, Illinois), born in Chicago, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James Richard left this world on July 14, 2025 at the age of 75, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Relk Waters and Grace; and his brother Timothy. He is survived by: his spouse Gail Joanne Waters (Pecis); his daughter Laura Grace Waters Huddleston (Jeffrey Robert Huddleston); his grandchildren, Sonoma Grace and Gareth James; his son Brian Christopher Waters (Jessica Ann Waters); and his grandchildren, Mya Grace and Isabelle Marie.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 9th 2025 from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM at the Downers Grove First United Methodist Church (1032 Maple Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, August 9th 2025 at 10:30 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Jim's honor to Breakthrough T1D, in recognition of his brother's journey with type 1 diabetes.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Cook Funeral & Cremation Services



Sat

Aug 09

Visitation

9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Downers Grove First United Methodist Church
1032 Maple Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515

Sat

Aug 09

Celebration of life

10:30 AM

Downers Grove First United Methodist Church
1032 Maple Ave, Downers Grove, IL 60515

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