James Andrew Pass Jr.'s Obituary
James Andrew Pass Jr, better known as AJ, passed away in his home May 6th, 2021 at the age of 35. He will be greatly missed by family & many friends.
James was born March 17, 1986 in Jonesboro, Arkansas but grew up in Chanute, Kansas. AJ graduated at Chanute High School and went on to Pitt State and Neosho County Community College.
James was an apprentice plumber and HVAC installer, but had many trades. He enjoyed his children, working on vehicles, mudding, fishing, camping, and nature. He loved going on walks or watching the Three Stooges. He was a homebody and loved being there with his family, or sitting around a bonfire, or at a creek.
He is survived by his parents James A. and Christina M. Pass of Chanute
Brothers: Gene, Cody, Charles and Zeb Pass, all of Chanute
Daughters: Asia, Diamond, Precious, and Lilly Pass, all of Chanute
Fiancee’ Faith Phipps and their 2 children Ariyen and Aidyn, and a daughter on the way.
5 grandchildren, 4 nephews and 3 nieces
Many aunts, uncles, and cousins
He is preceded in death by cousins Bryan Hagelund, Joey Skinner, and Kendall Jay Barrett.
He was widowed by his wife Myrd Jean Pass
Graveside service and visitation will be held at Elk Falls Cemetery in Elk Falls, Kansas on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at 1:00 p.m. The weather may be rainy, so dress accordingly.
If you can, please stop by the Historical Site of Prudence Crandall right outside the cemetery in remembrance of AJ.
Funeral services are entrusted to Countryside Funeral Home, 206 E. Washington P.O Box 1233, Howard, Kansas 67349.
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