James, 67, of Arvada, Colorado passed November 30, 2015. James served honorably in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War. He had a heart of gold, a great sense of humor, and loved unconditionally. He is survived by his fiance, Laura McTaggart; siblings, Donna Fell, Gary McTaggart, Pamela Hildebrand, and Randy McTaggart; 7 nieces & nephews; and 14 great nieces & nephews. Memorial Services honoring James will be Monday, December 7, 2015, beginning at 6:30 PM, at The Rising Baptist Church, 7500 West 57th Avenue, in Arvada, Colorado. Memorials may be made in James' name to: Children's Hospital Colorado Foundation Anschutz Medical Campus 13123 East 16th Ave., Box 045 Aurora, Colorado 80045 720-777-1700 https://secure.childrenscoloradofoundation.org/site/Donation2?df_id=1660&1660.donation=form1 Please share your memories of James and condolences with his family by signing the guestbook below.