James M. Staub, 77, of Hume, passed away at 10:45 p.m. Friday, April 26, 2019, at his home in Hume.

He was born March 23, 1942, in Marshall, Ill., a son of Barnard and Gladys Bruner Staub.

He married Shirley M. Lowe on July 2, 1981. She survives.

Also surviving are six daughters, Jada M. Staub, Ridge Farm, Janina (Fred) Conley, Hume, Jackie Savell, Florida, Justine (Doug) Williams, Tuscola, Julie (Rich) Thompson, Florida, Jo-Ellen (Troy) Hafner, California; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; three brothers, Robert (Cindy) Staub, Alabama, Fred (Ruth) Staub and Gerald (Toni) Staub both of Ridge Farm; three sisters, Janice Ann (James) Francis, Ridge Farm, Elizabeth (Zia) Durmni, Chicago, Margaret (Lynn) Good, Chrisman.

He was preceded in death by two daughters, Jill Marie Staub and Janelle Annette Daily.

James was a mechanic and worked for Mooney Motors for 30 years.

His hobbies included camping, fishing and working on cars in his garage.

According to his wishes, cremation rites were accorded and there will be no services. Joines Funeral Home , Newman, is assisting the family with arrangements.