James Upchurch Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Upchurch of Dupo, Illinois, born in East Saint Louis, Illinois, who passed away on June 23, 2020, at the age of 96, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Upchurch to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James O. and Eunice P.; and his siblings, Carl Upchurch, Robert Upchurch, Jeanette Gericke, Johann Reynolds and Catherine Harberding.
He is survived by: his wife Doris Upchurch; his children, Cynthia Upchurch, Rebecca Parrin, Janet Metz (Knute) and Gregory Upchurch (Elizabeth); his grandchildren, Knute Metz, Christopher Metz, Catherine, James Krack, Bret Strobo, Christine Linn, Brian, Dylan Upchurch, Jessica Huch and Christopher Parrin; and his brother-in-law Bill Reynolds. He is also survived by 12 great grandchildren, other relatives and friends.
In lieu of customary remembrances, the family requests with gratitude that memorial contributions be directed to Shriners Hospital for Children or St. Jude's Hospital.
