James A. Ahlfield Obituary
We are sad to announce that on March 29, 2026, at the age of 94, James A. Ahlfield of Olney, Illinois, born in West Salem, Illinois passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Edwin Henry and Harriet Dorothy Ahlfield (Knakmuhs); his wife Evelyn Margaret "Evie" Ahlfield; his son James Douglas "Doug" Ahlfield; and his siblings, Henry A., Charles A., Jerome A., Minnie A., George A., Dora Hale, Carl A., Laura Spray, Lura Briggs, Enoch A., Imogene Scott and Herman A..
He is survived by: his children, Dorothy "Dottie" House (David) of Montrose, CO, Margaret "Peggy" Souchek (Paul) of Woodstock, IL, Michael Ahlfield of Ferdinand, IN and Daniel Ahlfield (Janice) of Broken Arrow, OK.; and his sisters-in-law, Shelby Runyon of Olney, IL, Shirley Runyon-Jenkins of Mattoon, IL, Emma Lou Ahlfield of Hammond, IN and Mary Ahlfield of Pana, IL. He is also survived by his extended family, many dear relatives, friends.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 30th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the First Presbyterian Church (227 E Elm St, Olney, IL 62450).
In lieu of flowers, please direct memorial donations to "Friends of Olney Public Library.".
