James E. Summers

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James E. Summers, age 70, of Bourbon, MO, passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2019 at Mercy Hospital in Washington, MO.

James Edward was born on February 6, 1949 in Berryman, MO, the son of Charles Samuel and Dorothy “Geraldine” Bouse. James was united in marriage to Kathleen Dunn on August 17, 1968 at First Baptist Church of Bourbon. They were able to celebrate 50 years of marriage together. James and Kathleen were blessed with three children: Michael, Laurie and Rachel. James was employed as a Bridge Inspector for MoDOT. He enjoyed collecting coins, arrowhead hunting, guns and woodworking. James was a very giving person who was kind to everyone. He will be remembered for his orneriness. 

James is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen Summers of Bourbon; three children:  Michael Summers and wife, Kristina of Tampa, FL, Laurie Boyer and husband, James, of Bourbon, MO, and Rachel Licklider and husband, Lance of Bourbon, MO; six grandchildren:  Lane Licklider of Bourbon, MO, Krista Licklider of Bourbon, MO, Terrina, Jayson, Dalton and Nicholas Summers, all of Tampa, FL; two sisters, Judy Dunn and husband, Pat, of Rolla, MO, and Sharon Missey and husband, Austin, of Trumann, AR; one brother, Stan Reiner and wife, Meg, of Farmington, MO; other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death by his father, Charles Summers; his mother, Geraldine Reiner and husband, William. 

Funeral Services were conducted 11 a.m., Thursday, July 18, 2019 at First United Methodist Church in Bourbon. 

Visitation was held from 4-8 p.m., Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at First United Methodist Church in Bourbon.

Friends may send online condolences to James’ family at www.eatonfuneralhome.com.

Memorial contributions may be made to:  First United Methodist Church of Bourbon.

All arrangements are under the care of the Eaton Funeral Home of Sullivan, MO.

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