James Failor Obituary
James was born February 01, 1973 in Quincy, Illinois, the son of Marion James Failor and Diane (Mefford) Fifer.
James is survived by his son, Coty Failor, of St. Peters, Missouri; a step-daughter, Amanda DeHas, also of St. Peters, Missouri; his mother, Diane; his brothers, Brad Shrader (Kayla) of Shelbina Missouri and Jerry Ray Fifer; girlfriend of 21 years, Charlene Schottler; and numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Marion; a sister, Brandee Renee Miller; and his step father, Ray Fifer.
James graduated from the South Shelby High School in 1992. He enjoyed watching the St. Louis Blues, traveling to concerts, fishing, gaming, and spending time with his friends and family.
Funeral service will be held at 2 pm on Friday, January 9, 2026 at the Greening-Eagan-Hayes Funeral Home in Shelbina, Missouri with Gary Frazier officiating. A visitation will be held Friday, January 9, 2026 from 12 to 2 pm at the funeral home.
Memorials may be made out to the family expenses.
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