James Ames III Obituary
In loving memory of James Ames III (OFallon, Illinois), born in East Saint Louis, Illinois, who departed this world on August 24, 2025 at the age of 65. James leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Ames III to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his sons, Jordan Ames and Jeffrey Ames; his parents, James W. Ames, Jr. and Constance M. "Connie" Ames; and his parents-in-law, James and Florence Ceglinski.
He is survived by: his wife Cheryl M. Ames; his sons, James IV Ames (Tessa), Jonathan and Joshua Ames; his grandchildren, Jolie, Miles, Quinn and Reese; his sisters, Janet Varner (Jim Daech), Julie Jenkins (Tim) and Jeannie O'Dell (Bill); and his siblings-in-law, Jane Indihar (Tony), Joyce Coey (Ron), Denise Douglas (Greg) and Don Ceglinski. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
Memorials may be made to St. Clare Catholic School, Corpus Christi Catholic Church, or in the form of masses.
