Jerry D. James, age 54, of Hobart, passed away Tuesday, March 30, 2021.  He was born in Hammond, Indiana on June 12, 1966.  Jerry was on a golf league, enjoyed bowling, and was a past Hobart High School bowling coach and Hobart Little League coach.  He was an avid Dodgers fan.

Jerry is survived by his wife of 32 years, Teresa (nee Armenth) James; children, Cristina (Stephen) Stocker, Jerry D. (Briana) James, Jr; grandchildren, Hope, Madison, and Paizlee Stocker, Jerry D. James III "Trace"; brothers, Jeffrey (Denean) James, Gary (late Michele) James; sister, Kimberly James; stepfather, Robert Wilson; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Jerry Dale James; and mother, Sally Wilson.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be shared with the family.

Memorial visitation will be held Monday, April 5, 2021 from 3-8 pm at Rees Funeral Home, Hobart Chapel, 600 W. Old Ridge Rd. Hobart, IN 46342.    The family requests that visitors honor Jerry by dressing casual on Monday.  For more information, please call 219-942-2109.  Online condolences may be shared with the family at www.reesfuneralhomes.com.