James W. Baiter's Obituary
James William Baiter, 87 years of Columbia, IL, passed away on November 27, 2022 at Memorial Hospital of Jacksonville, IL. He was born March 6, 1935, in Centralia, IL.
Jim was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and friend. His talents were many. In the 1970’s he professed his faith in Jesus Christ and attended Bible studies with his wife until her passing. Prior to his retirement he worked as a maintenance electrician for industrial plants. During his retirement, he enjoyed spending time with family while planning and helping with their many and varied projects. He spent time following and attending his grandkids and great grandkids events. He enjoyed participating with his friends on a bowling team, babysitting his many grandpups, kept flower and vegetable gardens, experimented with woodworking, and liked to go fishing with family and friends.
Surviving are his daughters, Anne (Michael) Beck of Concord, IL, Jamey Baiter of Jerseyville, IL and son, Steven Baiter of Columbia, IL; grandchildren, Mekelle (Dustin) Neathery, and James (Ashley) Beck; great-grandchildren, Aiden and Avery Neathery, and Brooklyn, Kendrick, Jace, and Hadlee Beck; sister, Mary Holder of Meredosia, IL, and brother Paul Baiter of Meredosia, IL, along with other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris W., nee, Wilson, Baiter; daughter, Cathy Baiter; son, James Baiter; parents, Bert and Selma, nee Ohlau, Baiter.
Visitation will be Friday, December 2, 2022 10:00 am - 11:000 am at Leesman Funeral Home, Columbia, IL. Funeral services will be held following visitation at 11:00 am at the funeral home. Interment will follow in the Mt. Hope Cemetery of Belleville, IL.
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to Siteman Cancer Center, MSC 1247-414-2100, 7425 Forsyth Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63105.
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