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James A. Whildin

Mendota, Illinois

Jul 1, 1985 – Apr 27, 2023

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BORN
July 1, 1985
DIED
April 27, 2023
LOCATION
Mendota, Illinois

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Merritt Funeral Home Obituary

James A. Whildin, 37, of West Brooklyn, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 27, 2023 at OSF St. Paul Medical Center, Mendota.

James was born July 1, 1985 in Naples, Florida to Thomas and Marlene (Jagla) Whildin.

James was a 2004 graduate of Lehigh Senior High School in Florida. He received his bachelor's degree in game design from Full Sail University in Winter Park Florida. James loved gaming.

He is survived by his mother Marlene Whildin of West Brooklyn; his two brothers Keith Whildin of Rochelle and Trent Whildin of West Brooklyn and his niece Stormy Whildin.

He was preceded in death by his father Thomas Whildin and his maternal and paternal grandparents. 

There will be no services. Cremation rites were accorded.

Memorials may be directed to the family.

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James had the biggest heart, and was such an amazing friend. He loved video games and was super knowledgeable in coding; I often asked him questions when I was in school and starting out my career. He always had our backs, no matter how stupid we were at times. I can't believe he is gone. I'm going to miss him very, very much.