James Dewitt Gomes Sr.

January 18, 1935 - June 16, 2019

James Dewitt Gomes Sr., 84 passed away on June 16, 2019 at Heddington Oaks Nursing Home. Born January 18, 1935 to the late Gladys and Louie Gomes. He married Rose Ellen Kirchgessner on March 21, 1959. She survives. They have 7 children together, 9 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Jim is survived by his wife of 60 years, Rose; daughters. Ellen Avey of Spokane, WA; Rose and Lee Brogan of Peoria, IL; Mary and Terry Clark of Metamora, IL; sons, Jim,Jr. and Angie of Dixon, IL; John and Yvonne of Creve Coeur, IL; Roy of Peoria, IL and Paul of Orlando, FL. Jim worked for many years at International Paper Co., where he later retired from. Jim or “Tubb” a nickname given to him by his sisters, loved to go hunting when he was young and later camping and fishing. Jim loved to be surrounded by his family, sharing his wisdom and telling stories. He was a simple man with a big heart and a big smile. He will be missed by all.