James R. Gothard Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James R. Gothard of Eldorado, Illinois, born in Saint Louis, Missouri, who passed away on July 24, 2021, at the age of 76, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James R. Gothard to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Loomis and Ruth Loomis (Pate); his wife Laurie Hillman; and his siblings, Steve Loomis, Patsy Beardsley and Irene Marti.
He is survived by: his children, Beachi Gothard (Krystal) of La Porte, IN and Courtni Gothard of Braidwood; his grandchildren, Cody Gothard, James Russell, Jacob, Elizabeth Poppenger and Angel Russell; and his siblings, Bill Gothard (Debbie), Cliff Pate (Sandy), Robert Loomis, Lucy Ellis (Robert), Richard (Patty), Calvin, Alfred (Mary), Van (Alicia) and Charlie Loomis (Dee).
