Ilamae James Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Ilamae James of Eaton Rapids, Michigan, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 26, 2025 at the age of 93. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Ilamae James to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Perry Raines and Janie Raines (Norris); and her husband Nicholas James Sr.. She is survived by: her children, Susan West (Larry), Julia Seger (Tim), Melissa James, Nicholas James Jr. (Patti) and John James (Sandy). She is also survived by numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, December 3rd 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM and on Thursday, December 4th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM at the Skinner Funeral Home - Eaton Rapids Chapel (315 S River St, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827). A funeral service was held on Thursday, December 4th 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the same location. A graveside service was held on Thursday, December 4th 2025 from 2:30 PM to 2:45 PM at the Forest Lawn Memorial Gardens (5401 N Michigan Rd, Dimondale, MI 48821).
Those wishing to make a memorial contribution may do so to Moore's Adult Foster Care Facility in memory of Ilamae.
