James F. Straw, 69, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2016 at Deaconess Hospital in Evansville.

He was born in Crawleyville IN on May 20, 1947 to the late Curtis G and Beulah Irene (Moore) Straw.

He was a farmer for many years. He spent many years working for Don Masterson and Ivan Bender.

James is survived by his son James Kevin (Sonia) Straw of Chrisney IN, two grandchildren Dustin and Ashley Straw. He is also survived by a brother Curtis Lee (Rose) Straw, two sisters Martha Baker and Sharon (Ernie) Dillon, a sister-in-law Nancy Straw and his former wife Shirley Straw and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents and siblings Phyllis, Judy, Don and Lydia.

A funeral service will be Wednesday, August 31, 2016 at 12:00 pm at Holders Funeral Home with Pastor Bart Newton officiating. Burial will follow at Maumee Cemetery in Johnson. Visitation will be held on Wednesday August 31 from 10:00 am until the time of service at the funeral home.