James Fredrick Rivette, 87

James went to be with our Lord on Friday, Dec. 2, 2016, after a long and painful illness. He was born on July 10, 1929, in Chicago, Ill.

He enlisted in the Army and served overseas during the Korean War. Upon returning home, he worked for the railroad for a short time, and then went to work for the IRS. Later he worked as a government agent until he retired.

James was preceded in death by his parents, wife Shirley and sister Mary. He is survived by sisters Barbara, Donna and Carol; and brother Dennie.

Jim was cremated, and there will be no services.