Robert James Bax

Jim was a member of Teamsters Local 600 for more than 35 years. He enjoyed woodworking, and flying airplanes, but his most precious moments were those spent with his family and friends. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Frances, nee Lehmen, Bax; three brothers, Roman Bax, Sil Bax, and Mike Bax; and his granddaughter, Brenda Bator Bax.

Survived and missed by his loving wife of 50 years, Darleen, nee Dehne, Bax; his daughter, Cathy Bator; two step-sons, Bill (Donna) Feldman, and Robert (Beverly) Feldman; his numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and his brother, Gene (Joan) Bax.

Memories and expressions of condolences may be offered at www.lakeviewfuneralhm.com. Memorial donations may be made to the charity of your choice.

Friends may call from 9 am – 11 am, Tuesday, October 4, 2016 at Lake View Funeral Home, Fairview Heights, Illinois. Funeral services to follow at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment in Lake View Memorial Gardens, Fairview Heights, Illinois.