ROME CITY, IN – James Conley, age 73, of Rome City, died peacefully at home on January 8, 2025. He was born on April 3, 1951, in Hazard, KY, to the late Edgel and Virginia Conley (Hart). James served in the U.S. Marine Corp and later worked as a driver for the Amish for over 10 years. On May 14, 1999, he married Teresa Schaeffer. In his free time, James enjoyed hunting, fishing, and going to flea markets. Family and friends will remember him for being a loving father and grandfather.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife of 25 years, Teresa Conley; brother, William Conley; sister, Charlotte Lewis, and niece, Michelle Welch.

James is survived by his children, David (Mickey) Conley of Rome City, James (Tina) Conley of Kendallville, Angel (Adam) Conley of Butler, Christopher (Paige) Conley of Kendallville, and Jennifer Conley; step-children, Amber, Starr, Robert, Dale, Arizona, and James; sister, Janie Tucker; brother, Richard Conley; 28 grandchildren, and 29 great grandchildren.

Visitation will be at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, January 15, 2025, at Hill Top Baptist Church, 2722 E. 900 N., Rome City, IN, where a funeral service will follow at 12:00 PM officiated by Reverand Wade Studivant. Burial will take place at Brushy Chapel Cemetery, LaGrange Co., IN. Flowers may be delivered to the church on Wednesday between 9:00-11:00 AM. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the church, in honor of James. For additional information and to view his online obituary and video tribute, please visit www.churchfuneralsdirect.com.


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