Born in E. St. Louis, IL, Dec 13, 1931. Passed away May 7, 2018 in Citrus Heights, CA at the age of 86. She was proceeded in death by her husband of 54 years, James Gough, her parents, Edward and Mamie James, 2 brothers, and 2 sisters. She is survived by daughter Kathy (David) Sanders, son Roger (Lori) Gough, and five grandchildren. Friends and family are invited to the visitation on Sunday, May 13, 4:00-7:00 and the funeral service on Monday, May 14, 10:00 AM at MOUNT VERNON MEMORIAL PARK, 8201 Greenback Ln, Fair Oaks, CA.