James A. LeStarge Sr.

December 22, 1950 - October 4, 2021

James A. LeStarge, Sr., 70, of Huntington, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family at 2:01 pm Monday, October 4, 2021 at his residence. James was born on December 22, 1950 in Chicago, IL, the son of Charles LeStarge, Sr. and Helen (Meike) LeStarge. He graduated from Monticello High School in Monticello, Wisconsin. James worked at General Motors, in Facilities Support, retiring after 36 years of service. He was a member and Retiree of UAW Local 2209 and a member of the American Legion Post 160. He enjoyed riding his Harley, watching the Cubs and Bears, and shooting Pool in Leagues. He loved spending time with his grandkids and great grandkids and hanging out at the Legion with his friends. Survivors include his Two Daughters, Kelly J. (Scott A.) Coe of Fort Wayne, IN, Randi L. (Anthony) Brooke of Bremen, IN; Son, James A. (Hallie Kruckeberg) LeStarge Jr. of Fort Wayne, IN; Fiancé, Gail I. Miller of Huntington, IN and her children, Robin I. (Brant) Driscoll of Huntington and Rachel A. Allred of Ohio; Two Brothers, Charles J. (Jane) LeStarge of Cape Coral, FL, Ronald J. (Donna) LeStarge of Monroe, WI; Sister, Margaret L. (Chuck) Goldstein of Roselle, IL; Thirteen Grandchildren; Five Great Grandchildren; and his former wife, Joyce E. Rawlins. He is preceded in death by his Father, Charles James LeStarge, Sr., Mother, Helen Marie LeStarge, and Aunt, Dorothy (George) Frontzak. Visitation will be from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and from 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN. Funeral services will be held at 4:00 pm Tuesday, October 19, 2021 at Bailey-Love Mortuary. Face masks are required during all services. Preferred memorials may be made in memory of James to the Wounded Warriors Project or the Make a Wish Foundation, in care of Bailey-Love Mortuary, 35 West Park Drive, Huntington, IN, 46750. Please sign the online guest book at www.baileylove.com. Bailey-Love Mortuary is honored to serve the family of James A. LeStarge, Sr.