James John Bots

Mr. James John Bots, of Marthasville, MO, passed away on Saturday, January 21, 2023, at the age of 84 years. He was born on January 13, 1939, in Chicago, IL., to the late James and Angeline (nee: Gadbois) Bots.

James Bots proudly served our country in the United States Navy from June 1957 through December 1962, serving on the U.S.S. Pine Island (AV - 12). Jim earned his Master's Degree in Education and was an Instructor in Electronics at St. Louis Community College. He was united in marriage to Maxine Irene Bergmann on November 26, 1964, in Minneapolis, MN. They spent 59 wonderful years together. Jim was a competitive archer for most of his life. He was a member of the St. Louis Bow Hunters and Summit Archery clubs. He won trophies in archery tournament all across the United States. Jim was a loving and devoted husband, brother, uncle, son, and friend to so many.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, James and Angeline; one brother, John Bots. Family and friends who will remain grateful for having shared in Jim's life are his loving wife, Maxine; several nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; other relatives and close friends. A Memorial Visitation will be held on Saturday, February 4, 2023, from 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM at Martin Funeral Home in Marthasville, MO. A Celebration of Life service will begin at 1:30 PM on Saturday, February 4, 2023, also at the funeral home. Services will conclude with full military honors provided by the United States Navy. Memorial donations made in honor of Mr. James John Bots are suggested to MBH Scholarship Fund, c/o Martin Funeral Home, 510 East Main Street, Warrenton, MO 63383. Online condolences may be given at www.martinfuneral.net