James R Trammel, 80, passed Sunday August 18 2013 at the New Haven Health & Rehab. Born in Fort Wayne James was the owner of J.T. Hydraulics where he retired in 1993. He also served as a Navy Veteran and was a member of American Legion 241 and VFW Post 2457 New Haven. He is survived by his wife Madelyn; sons Rick Trammel; Randy (Cathy) Trammel, both of Fort Wayne. Step-children Jerry and Dennis Cunningham and Cathy Clark, all of Fort Wayne. 2 grandchildren; 5 step-grandchildren; 8 great-grandchildren. Memorial service will be held @ 2:00 pm Thursday August 22, 2013 at Klaehn Fahl & Melton Funeral Home 6424 Winchester Rd W/ Calling one hour prior at the funeral home Memorials to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. Please visit the online guestbook at wwwklaehnfahlmeltonfunerals.com