James Tom O'Rourke Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Tom O'Rourke in Chadron, Nebraska, who passed away on March 5, 2024. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Tom O'Rourke to pay them a last tribute.
He was loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Joseph O'Rourke and Jean O'Rourke (Moeller); his wife Lora Hawkins of Ophir; his children, Shannon, Seth, Valerie and Keith (Denia O'Rourke); his grandson Charles (Sonja O'Rourke); his brother Jack (Mary O'Rourke); his nephews, Mark and Michael; his sister Janice (Jeff Cowger); his nephew Matthew; and his daughter Carrie. He was also cherished by many cousins, nieces, nephews and friends.
A memorial has been established for the completion and publishing of Jim's "Sheep wagon Builders" book. Donations can be sent to Homestead Bank, P.O. Box 1351, Chadron, NE 69337.
