Dwight Emerson James

Dwight Emerson James, 81, of Markle, Indiana, passed away peacefully at 2:56 PM on Monday, July 28, 2025, at Stillwater Hospice in Fort Wayne, Indiana. Dwight was born on August 8, 1943, in Wells County, Indiana, to the late Herman James and Nora (Riggs) James. A hardworking and dedicated man, Dwight was employed for many years at DANA Corporation and later worked at Southern Wells School, where he made lasting connections with staff and students alike. Dwight married Mary Lou (Griffin) James on January 1, 1966, in Marion, Indiana. He was a member of the Church of McNatt and lived a life guided by his faith, kindness, and strong values. Dwight enjoyed camping trips with his family, cheering on the Cincinnati Reds, and watching Indiana University basketball, especially during March Madness. Dwight's legacy of love, faith, and family will live on in all who knew him. Dwight is survived by his devoted wife, Mary Lou (Griffin) James of Markle; his sons and daughters-in-law, Brian and Sheri James, Kevin and Deb James, and Keith and Melissa James; and his loving brother, Ron James. He was a proud grandfather to 11 grandchildren: Brad (Kalyn) James, Derik James, Nick (Alex) James, Isiak (Kaitlynne) James, Jackson (Morgan) James, Makayla (Sean) Carlson, Griffin James, Erika James, Maria James, and Flint James. He was also blessed with twelve great-grandchildren who brought him immense joy. He was preceded in death by his brothers, Garl James and Richard James, as well as his beloved granddaughter, Emily James. Family and friends may gather to share and remember on Monday, August 4, 2025, from 3pm to 8pm at Glancy-H. Brown & Son Funeral Home located at 203 N. Matilda St. Warren, IN 46792 and again on Tuesday, from 10am to 11am. A funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, with burial to follow at Jones Cemetery in rural Wells County. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to: The Church at McNatt 8343 S 1100 W -90 Montpelier, IN 47359 Arrangements have been entrusted to Glancy-H. Brown & Son Funeral Home in Warren, Indiana. To send a flower arrangement in memory of Dwight Emerson James, please click here to visit our sympathy store. To plant Memorial Trees in memory of Dwight Emerson James, please click here to visit our sympathy store. Memorial Donation