James Michael Emmons, 45, of Spiceland, passed away November 25, 2025, at Franciscan Health Hospital in Indianapolis. He was born November 17, 1980, in Muncie, Indiana to James "Kevin" and Lana (Ward) Emmons.
James attended New Castle Chrysler High School. He enjoyed spending time with family and friends. His family meant the world to him. He would do anything and everything for his family. James loved to have fun and be carefree. He loved the outdoors and animals.
James is survived by daughter Katelyn Emmons of New Castle, parents James "Kevin" and Lana (Ward) Emmons of Spiceland, sister Monica Emmons of New Castle, nieces Macy Thompson of Hagerstown and Lilliam Smeltzer of Anderson as well as nephew Parker Smeltzer of New Castle. He was preceded in death by his great niece Sapphira McDougall, maternal and paternal grandmothers and grandfathers and best friend Chris Sexton.
A visitation to honor James will be held from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Rose City Funeral Home 2011 Broad Street New Castle, Indiana 47362.
Memorial contributions in James' name may be made to Rose City Funeral Home to assist the family with the service expenses. Please see his obituary at www.rosecityfunerals.com to make a contribution or envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
Online condolences may be made at www.rosecityfunerals.com.

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Funeral services provided by:
Rose City Funeral Home Macer-Hall-Marcum Chapel2011 Broad Street, New Castle, IN 47362
Sponsored by Rose City Funeral Home Macer-Hall-Marcum Chapel.
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