Memorial
James Fye, 87, of Cedar Rapids passed away on Saturday, May 8, 2021 at the Oldorf Hospice House in Hiawatha. Funeral Services will be held on Wednesday, May 12, 2021 at 11:00 AM at the Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories with Pastor Mike Morgan officiating. Entombment will follow at the Cedar Memorial Chapel of Memories Mausoleum. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 11, 2021 from 4 – 7 PM at the Cedar Memorial Chapel Stateroom.
James was born on August 1, 1933 in Backus, Minnesota, the son of George M. and Estelle (Potter) Fye. He served his country in the United States Airforce from 1952-1960 during the Korean War. He was united in marriage to Mary Boss on September 28, 1956 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. James worked as a Routing Man for Rockwell Collins in Cedar Rapids from 1958 until his retirement in 1988. James had many interests throughout his life. He enjoyed fishing and hunting and really loved visits to the casino. Over the years James and Mary spent time riding bicycles together, taking walks, and traveling. James also enjoyed collecting stamps, coins, and ducks. Most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his family and also playing games together.
Survivors include his wife of sixty-four years, Mary of Cedar Rapids, daughter Nancy Mostaert (Todd) of Marion, four grandchildren Tonya (John), Mindy (Jeremy) Matthew, and Robbie, four great grandchildren Hunter, Dakota, Lily, and Kayden, and several nieces and nephews.
Preceding him in death were his parents, son Robert, and siblings Clifford Fye, Everett Fye, Leslie Fye, Sheldon Fye, Delbert Fye, Hazel Titus, Gladys Fye, Glen Fye, Darrel Fye, and Nola Fye
Memorials may be directed to the American Heart Association or the American Cancer Society.
Following the continued proclamations issued by the Governor, physical distancing must be practiced which may require a limited number of people allowed into a visitation at one time and limited seating available at services. The use of facial coverings is strongly encouraged.