James Faust

Mr. James Faust, age 85, of Charlotte formerly of Vermontville passed away peacefully Thursday, December 31st, 2015 at Moore's Adult Foster Care in Charlotte, MI.

James was born in Vermontville, MI on December 31, 1930, the son of the late Leslie and Aubra (Littler) Faust. He attended local schools in the Vermontville area. In 1948 James joined the United States Navy where he served two years before being honorably discharged in May 1950.

When he returned home from his Naval service, James began working with the IBEW Local 445 Electrician's Union in Battle Creek. He was employed with the union for over 30 years before taking a position at General Motors in 1982.

James enjoyed attending antique car shows and driving his Model "A" Ford. He was a lifetime member of the Vermontville fire department where he served as chief for several years. He was always active with in the Vermontville community serving two terms on the village council and presided over the Vermontville Syrup Festival.

James is survived by his seven daughters, Diana Huffman, Barbara Newth, Lucy Bryant, Paulette Sweet, Juliana VanAlstine, Juliet Hughes, and Rose Formaz,

He was preceded in death by his wife Wilma Faust, wife Barb Main, his son Donald Faust, and sister Judy Ross

Funeral Services will be held at The Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville, MI, at 1 PM on Saturday, January 2nd, with Pastor Glenn Branham officiating. The family will receive visitors 1 hour prior to the funeral service beginning at 12 Noon at The Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville, MI.

Interment will take place immediately following the funeral service at Woodlawn Cemetery Vermontville, MI.

Memorial contributions can be made to the Vermontville Fire Department.

Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to the Daniels Funeral Home in Nashville. For further details please visit our website at www.danielsfuneralhome.net