James Norman Askins, 77, went with the angels on May 29, 2023. Beloved husband for 58 years of Patricia Askins (nee Renaud). Proceeded in death by Mary and Ines Conaway and Norman Askins. Loving father of Theresa (Ronald) DeWitt, Vincent (Christine) Askins, Jeffrey (Andie) Askins and Rebecca Bailey. Cherished grandfather of Rachel Askins (our angel in heaven) Abigail (Dan) Smith, Alexandria (Andrew) Gerstner, Bryanna (Eli Carroll) Bailey, Blake Bailey, Bridget Bailey, Joshua Askins and Taylor (Connor) St. John. Dear brother of the late Judy Ellsworth. Brother-in-law of Dean Ellsworth. His dear friend of 55 years, James Rohr and best friend, Jasper Uncle, great-uncle, cousin and friend. James is a former Police Officer and a retired maintenance man from Schnucks Grocery Store. He also worked at Denny Dennis. He proudly served his country in the United States Army. He was a Teamster and IAMAU Union Worker. James loved hunting, camping, daily walks with his wife and loving dog Jasper. He also loved motorcycle riding and shooting. Memorial gathering on Sunday, June 4th, 2023 from 1:00pm to 3:00pm at Jay B. Smith Funeral Home, 777 Oakwood Dr., Fenton, MO. Memorial service at 3:00pm with Pastor Dan Ross officiating.