Calwin "Cj" James's obituary , Passed away on October 11, 2025 in Springfield, Illinois

Calwin "Cj" James

October 19, 1977 - October 11, 2025 (47 years old)

Springfield, Illinois

Calwin "Cj" James's obituary , Passed away on October 11, 2025 in Springfield, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Boardman-Smith Funeral Home

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Calwin "Cj" James

October 19, 1977 - October 11, 2025 (47 years old)

Springfield, Illinois

Calwin James Obituary

We are sad to announce that on October 11, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Calwin James (Springfield, Illinois). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He is survived by: his wife Courtney; his children, Giavonna and Quintin; his parents, Everton James and Parnell Francis (Michael); his siblings, Dennis Harris (Elysia), Vanburn James (Omege), Nicholas Davis, Okeeno James and Francene Francis (Odane); and his stepsiblings, Desmond Francis (Lexan) and Maureen Francis. He is also survived by many loving nieces and nephews.

A reception will be held on Sunday, October 26th 2025 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Butler Funeral Home & Cremation (900 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62703).

Memorial Contributions may be made to the Illinois Cancer Care Foundation, 8940 N. Wood Sage Road, Peoria, IL 61615.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Boardman-Smith Funeral Home



Sun

Oct 26

Reception

4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Butler Funeral Home & Cremation
900 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62703

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