James P. Jacques

December 21, 1925 - January 3, 2021

On 1/3/21 James P. Jacques passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his sons. James was born in Vallejo on 12/21/25 to Joseph and Amelia Jacques. James had four brothers and a sister; Joe, Andre, George, Lou and Betty. James attended local schools and graduated from Vallejo High School. James joined the Army in 1944 and fought for his country in WWII. In 1951 James started his career as a meat cutter and retired in 1992. He met and fell in love with Barbara Bottari. On June 25, 1961 James and Barbara were married at St. Basil's Catholic Church in Vallejo. They moved to Napa, raised their family and made many friends along the way. James was first and foremost a loving husband and father. James loved the outdoors. He was an avid hunter and fisherman. He was a talented bowler and competed in numerous tournaments in the area. He took up golf later in life. He continued bowling and golfing into his 90's. James always made time for his children. He never missed one of their sporting events or after school activities. In the last few years James enjoyed watching sports on TV, sitting in the garage with Tyson and mowing the field on his tractor. James was proceeded in death by his parents Joseph and Amelia, his wife Barbara, brothers Joe, Andre and George. He is survived by his brother Lou, sister Betty, sons James and Jeffrey and Andrew Morrison whom he considered a third son. He also leaves behind many nieces, nephews and extended loving family. A private graveside service will be held at Tulocay Cemetery. A memorial service will be announced at a later date.