James Esser Obituary
We are sad to announce that, on February 27, 2026, at the age of 75, James Esser of Redfield, South Dakota passed away. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Roman Esser and Theresa "Tressie" Esser (Jandel); his siblings, Anna Marie Simbeck (Cletus), Chris, Mike and Bill Esser; his siblings-in-law, Laura Esser and John Haider; and his nephew Roman Esser.
He is survived by: his wife Jean Haider of Mary's Catholic Church; his son Chris; his brothers, Fran Esser (Carol) of Redfield and Leo Esser of Fargo, ND.; and his siblings-in-law, Peggy Esser of Fargo, ND, Mary Saathoff of Estelline, SD, Sharol Binger (Mike) of Tulare, SD, Steven Haider of Redfield and Jim Haider (Peggy) of Redfield. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
