He was born on May 3, 1947, in Charles City, IA, the son of Willis and Ellen (Lantzky) Westervelt.
James was a Resident Engineer for IDOT for over 43 years prior to his retirement. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army. James also volunteered for the Polo Life Line Food Pantry, coached girls’ softball in Polo, and enjoyed gardening and working in his yard.
He married Susan Mellen on June 15, 1969, in Lena, IL.
James is preceded in death by his parents and one brother, Lyle Westervelt.
He is survived by his wife, Susan; daughter Jennifer (John) Foust of Dixon; granddaughter Caitlin Foust; and brother Arol Westervelt.
Cremation rites have been accorded, with burial of cremated remains to take place at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Polo Life Line Food Pantry or Happy Tails Animal Shelter.
