James J. Vernitte

James J. Vernitte, age 82, of Sunrise Beach, passed away Wednesday, November 30, 2016, at the Laurie Care Center. He is survived by his daughter, Deborah Ash and husband Derrick of Sunrise Beach; grandchildren, Douglas Ash, Jack Eller Jr. and Jeremy Vernitte; 10 great-grandchildren; his brother, Gene Vernitte of St. Louis; and his companion for the last 10 years, Terry Eisenbise of Laurie. A celebration of James life will be 12:00 Noon, Thursday, December 8, at the Kidwell-Garber Laurie/Sunrise Beach Chapel. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon Thursday at the funeral home. www.kidwellgarber.com