James Alden Eastburn

1943 - 2024

James Alden Eastburn, age 80, went to be with the Lord on August 27, 2024, at Marion Health, after several months' complications following surgery. James, the son of the late Rev. John A. Eastburn and Lois (Hollenbeck) Eastburn, was born on November 19, 1943, and is survived, and loved, by his wife of 59 years, Cynthia Lou Eastburn (Ricks) and their three children: Jamie Clifford (Paul), Charlotte, NC; Holly Morrison, Van Wert, OH, and Chad Eastburn, Fairmount, IN; James loved his four grandchildren: Dr. Kelsi Morrison-Atkins (Brad), Granville, OH; Derek Eastburn, Fairmount, IN; Grace Belk (Trevor), Charlotte, NC and Chase Clifford, Charlotte, NC. He will be missed by his two brothers and two sisters: Allen Eastburn (Janet) of Columbus, Ohio; Arnie (Joann) Eastburn of Ft. Myers, FL; Sandra, (James) Florea, VanBuren, IN; and Patty Brass, Indianapolis, IN.

Jim started working on a farm when he was seven years old, and didn't stop working until seven months ago when he worked for Wendt Machinery Movers of Wabash, IN.

Early in his career, Jim worked for Delco Remy in Anderson, IN. He became a dairy farmer in the 80's then later operated several businesses. He was the jack of all trades, and there was nothing he wouldn't try to accomplish. In fact, work and helping others were his hobbies, and when he wasn't spending time with his family, Jim could always be counted on to help a friend or a stranger. He will be close to our hearts as we picture his smile, strength, love of country, and love of family and faith.

Arrangements for Jim have been entrusted to the Fairmount Chapel of Armes-Hunt Life Celebration Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 415 South Main Street, Fairmount, Indiana 46928, where a visitation will be held on Friday, August 30, 2024, from 3:00 – 6:00 p.m. A memorial service celebrating Jim's life will follow at 6:00 p.m.