James Vaughn Sr. / March 7, 1935 — Jan. 23, 2012

Published 10:20 pm Wednesday, January 25, 2012

James Vaughn Sr.
March 7, 1935 — Jan. 23, 2012

James E. Vaughn Sr., 76, of Niles, passed away peacefully at his home Monday, Jan. 23, 2012, surrounded by his family.

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He was born on March 7, 1935, in Niles to the late Emerson and Cleo (Skinner) Vaughn.

On June 29, 1957, James married Joyce Pointer.

A truck driver most of his life, many remember James as the friendly face at Plaza Restaurants.While his wife made sure everyone was fed, James shared in friendship with all those who came in. James enjoyed watching NASCAR and attending the races at Brooklyn. He also enjoyed camping up north with his family and enjoyed riding anything on wheels, from motorcycles to quads to 18-wheelers.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a son, James Vaughn Jr.; a daughter-in-law, Kim (Lintz) Vaughn; a granddaughter, Lisa Boersma; and two great-grandchildren. James is survived by his wife, Joyce Vaughn; three sons, Danny (Kathy) Vaughn, Mike Vaughn, Tom (Ellen) Vaughn,; a daughter, Shelly (Bob) Boersma; a sister, Lila Joy (James) Bond all of Niles; 14 grandchildren and 20 eight great-grandchildren.

His family and friends will gather Sunday, Jan. 29, at 2 p.m. at the Bell Building located at 305 N. Third St. in Niles for a remembrance luncheon. Memorial contributions may be made in James’ memory to HOPE (Helping Our Pain and Exhaustion) 23915 Forest Park, Novi, MI 48374 for Fibromyalgia research.

Those wishing to leave condolences, photos or memories for the family may do so, on our website at www.BrownFuneralHomeNiles.com or on our Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/BrownFuneralHomeNiles.Arrangements have been entrusted to Brown Funeral Home, Niles.