1927
2013
James Harmon Button, 85, Rockford, passed away on November 14, 2013 after a lengthy illness. He was born on December 5, 1927 in Poteau, Oklahoma to Nathan and Lily (Titsworth) Button. He married Ann Sickele on October 1, 1949 and later married Linda M. Lutzow- Cullum Button on July 25, 1987.
He served in the US Navy from 1952 to 1956 aboard the USS Buccaneer 761 during the Korean War. James was a retired over the road truck driver and later drove locally for Rockford Rigging.
James loved baseball, he coached little league and loved the Milwaukee (later Atlanta) Braves.
He is survived by his son; James (Cheryl) Button; grandson Jamie Button ;dedicated friend and former wife, Linda; stepchildren, Denise (Brad) Cullum Hunt, and Waneta (Jason) Cullum Smith; extended grandchildren, Nicole, Jason and Isaac Hunt; and Amber, Caleb, Kiersten and Jacob Bell; and special sister in law, Chris Taylor. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephew, sisters and brother in laws.
James is preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Ann; brothers, Eugene and Nathaniel Button; sisters, Rachel Button Pierson and Ruth Button Thorp.
A special thanks to Elisabeth, Barb, Shelly, Dan, Kelli and the rest of the staff at Riverbluff Nursing Home for their loving care.
Funeral service will be held at 1pm, Wednesday, November 20, 2013 at Advantage Funeral and Cremation Services, 7000 W. State Street, Rockford. Pastor Ron Meyer will be officiating. Visitation will be on Tuesday, from 5pm to 7pm at Advantage. Interment will be at Willwood Burial Park.
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November 19, 2013
Darcy Powers
Our deepest sympathy to Jamie and family. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
November 19, 2013
Leslie Nanco-Blount
You are in our thoughts and prayers! We wished we lived closer to be with you...Uncle Harmon will forever be missed!
November 18, 2013
Wanda Cwiklo
All my thoughts and prayers to you Jamie and your family. Your hearts maybe heavy but your father is at peace and will be looking down sharing his peace with you for many years to come.
November 18, 2013
The Klossners
We are saddened to hear about Big Jamies father passing away, we are neighbors to the buttons and live up the road from them, our deepest prayers and sympathies go out to the family.
November 18, 2013
Kathy Canavesi
Jamie and Cheryl, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
November 18, 2013
chris noone
Jamie, I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
November 17, 2013
Douglas Rappa and Family
Jamie and family, May God comfort you all during this difficult time.
November 17, 2013
Fonda Bacino
My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time, I'm so sorry for your loss.
November 17, 2013
Pamela Barkdoll
Sorry for your loss. I know it's been rough lately. May you find comfort in knowing he is now at peace. God bless you.
Pamela and Patrick Barkdoll
November 17, 2013
SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOST, JAMIE AND FAMILY. YOUR IN MY PRAYERS.
SHARON BUTTON
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