Private services will be held at a later date for Jean James, 67, of Turlock. Jean passed away on Sunday at Turlock Nursing and Rehabilitation Hospital. She was born in Turlock to Manuel and Irene Silva in 1942. Jean graduated from Turlock High School in 1959. She lived in El Paso, Texas, Santa Cruz, and Modesto. She settled back in Turlock in 1993. She enjoyed the outdoors and birding.  
Jean is survived by her niece, Susan Perry; and nephews, Jeff Cain and Morgan Silva. She was preceded in death by her husband, Howard James.
Memorial contributions may be made to Community Hospice, 4368 Spyres Way, Modesto, CA 95356.
Arrangements were entrusted to Allen Mortuary. Please share your memories at www.allenmortuary.com.