James Edward Kruyer Sr., 97, Plymouth, died Thursday, June 27, 2024.

He was born Aug. 18, 1926. On Dec. 27, 1963, he married Patsy A. Kain-Smith, who preceded him in death in 2005.

He is survived by his daughters, Amme (Larry) Girten, Plymouth, Julee Samuels-Alderfer, Rochester, Lorre Samuels-Osborn, Plymouth, and Emyle (Michael) Kruyer-Collins, Plymouth; his son, James (Laura) Kruyer Jr., Plymouth; 18 grandchildren; 32 great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; and his brother-in-law, David Kain.

Deaton-Clemens Van Gilder Funeral Home, Plymouth, is handling arrangements.