James Arthur Eller, age 68, of Louisville, died on Wednesday afternoon, April 15, 2026, at his home with his daughters surrounding him with love.
A visitation will be held from 1 to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, April 22, at Frank and Bright Funeral Home in Flora. A funeral ceremony will follow at 3 p.m. at the funeral home, with Chuck Buchanan officiating.
Mr. Eller was born on Sept. 2, 1957, in Hillsboro, the son of John Arthur and Verna LaVaughn (Cole) Eller. He was united in marriage to Patricia Lois “Patty” Sisk on March 9, 1994, in Nokomis, and together they shared 29 wedding anniversaries until her passing on May 31, 2023.
He worked for many years as a shipping and receiving team lead at Roadmaster. He remained with the company after it became a distribution center for Pacific Cycle. Later, he moved to Arthur to be closer to his grandchildren, and during that time, he worked at CHI Overhead Doors. He eventually moved to Louisville to care for his beloved wife, Patty. He was a devoted St. Louis Cardinals fan who enjoyed fishing, mushroom hunting and the camaraderie of many area bowling and pool leagues. He was also a proud member of Olney Eagles Lodge #2549. More than anything, he treasured time with his grandchildren and took great joy in spoiling them every chance he had.
Mr. Eller is survived by his daughters, Julie (Jakoby Hatten) of Arthur, Alisha (Robert) Wilson of Flora and Schara Eller of Hillsboro; grandchildren, Marshall, Braxton, Brooklyn, Keigan, Kylee, Korben, Xane, Xander and Eliana; several nieces and nephews; and special friends, Josh Payne and Jeremiah McElwee.
He was preceded in death by his wife; parents; brother, Thomas Eller; sister, Julie Huber; and granddaughter, Kassidy Keller.
Memorial donations are suggested to the family to assist with final expenses, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. Condolences may be left at www.frankandbright.com.
