James B. Aitken Obituary
The passing of James B. Aitken of Sparta, Illinois occurred on June 15, 2026. James, born on September 5, 1932 in Tilden, Illinois, is remembered by those who knew him. 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, Hugh Emerson and Grace Geraldine Aitken (Gray); and his brothers, Dean, Wendell and Wayne Aitken.
He is survived by: his wife Elva Ann Aitken (Hamlin); his children, Bruce Dean Aitken (Jerenda) of Sparta, IL, Laurel Ann Parker of Chester, IL, Jeffery Lee Aitken of Sparta, IL and Dana Christine Opolka (Scott) of Sparta, IL; his grandchildren, Shahn Aitken (Rebecca), Kathryn Aitken, Heather Parker (Rob O'Leary), Whitney Casten (Ricky), Corrie Opolka, Hailey Opolka (Jacob Cowell) and Tyler Opolka (Nicolette Hille); his great grandchildren, Jon Lueth (Baylie), Elizabeth Aitken, Jax Casten, Kade Casten, Parker O'Leary and Lydia O'Leary; and his great great grandchild Oaklynn. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, great nieces, great nephews and other family and friends.
Memorials may be made to Tilden Presbyterian Church.
