James Sayers

James Robert Sayers, age 77, was born August 2, 1933 to Warren and Mable Sayers in Harcourt, Iowa. Jim passed away February 11, 2011 at Cheyenne Healthcare where he had been a resident the past 11 years. He was educated in the Harcourt and Mapleton, Iowa school systems. After graduation, he began his long term employment as a telegrapher/clerk with the Union Pacific Railroad that lasted 39 years. Jim retired in 1990 from the UPRR Nebraska division. His railroad career was briefly interrupted by his 2 year service in the US Army stationed in Ft. Leonard Wood and Ft. Crowder, Missouri. In 1957, Jim married the love of his life Sylvia Jewel Mills in Neosho, Missouri and they had two children together, David and Sue. In 1958, they moved to Pine Bluffs, Wyoming where Sylvia still resides. Jim was a partner in the local Gambles Store with his brother, Ray for 25 years. He worked for Loy Lough as a carpenter’s assistant for 10 years. Jim was an active member of the Pine Bluffs United Methodist Church serving as a Sunday school teacher and numerous committees. He was a past Lion’s club member, Senior Citizen advisory board member, member of the local booster club, Chamber of Commerce and Masonic Lodge. He also served as an election judge from 1996 to 1998. Jim was an avid wood craftsman, golfer and pool player. Jim was an exceptional husband, father, grandfather and friend and will be missed dearly. Jim’s family was his pride and joy and all those who met him considered him a true and compassionate friend. He was always thinking of others before himself and enjoyed the simple things. He will be remembered for his bright smile, sense of humor, and easy going personality. Jim was preceded in death by his parents Warren and Mable Sayers and numerous cousins. He is survived by his wife Sylvia, son David (Lesa) and daughter Sue (Gary) Stevenson, grandchildren Kylie, Ashley, Sydney and Lucas, and brother Ray (Sharon) Sayers of Pine Bluffs. Cremation has taken place under the direction of Schrader Funerasl Home and in lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to the Pine Bluffs United Methodist Church, Box 662, Pine Bluffs, WY 82082 or your favorite charity in honor of Jim Sayers. Memorial service will be held on Friday at 2:00 p.m. at the PineBluffs United Methodist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.schraderfuneral.com.