James is preceded in death by his wife Dorothea, parents Glen & Maxine Thayer, 2 brothers, Charles & Vincent. He is survived by his children, Lance Thayer, daughter, Darcy Joiner, son, Jeffrey Thayer. 7 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
Sisters, Glenda Lefavore, Sharon Maher (Bill), Debbie Kessler(Kebbie) and numerous nieces and nephews.