James E. Brashear Sr. Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James E. Brashear Sr. of La Porte, Indiana, born in Palestine, Illinois, who passed away on May 15, 2023, at the age of 86, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James E. Brashear Sr. to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Graydon Brashear and Goldie Brashear (Climber); his son Curtis Bradley Brashear; and his siblings, Virginia White, Ruth Carter, Joanne Shonk, Thomas, John, Bill and Russell Brashear.
He is survived by: his wife Mercedes Brashear (Dye); and his children, James Jr. Brashear (Christy), Daniel Brashear (Leslie), Gail Brashear, Marsha King (Alan), Christina Schult (Mark) and Sandee Covey (Martin). He is also survived by 16 grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Terre Coupee Masonic Lodge, 54522 Timothy Road, New Carlisle, Indiana 46552.
