James L. Merkuris, age 66, passed away August 18, 2018 at his residence.

Jim was born February 23, 1952 to the late Paul J. and Doris E. (Jensen) Merkuris and graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School. He proudly served his country in the US Navy and formerly worked in the restaurant business and for many years at Charles Schneider Furniture Company.

James is preceded in death by his parents, and wife, Arlene Malone.

Survivors include daughters, Leah Fisher, Connie Fisher (Danny); son, Bryan Malone (Shannon) all of Council Bluffs; grandchildren, Mick, Jon, and Crystal; 5 great-grandchildren, sisters, Cheryl A. Haney of Phoenix, Arizona, Sandy K. Merkuris; brother, Paul R. Merkuris both of Omaha, nieces and nephews.

Viewing and visitation Thursday 6:00pm to 8:00pm followed by cremation, all at Cutler-O’Neill-Meyer-Woodring Bayliss Park Chapel. Jim will be laid to rest with his parents at Memorial Park Cemetery.