James “Jim” Joseph Servi, 74, of Blue Springs, Missouri passed away on Monday, February 20, 2023. Visitation will be held 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Friday, February 24, 2023, at Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, Missouri. Funeral service is to follow at 6:00 p.m.
Jim was born October 8, 1948, in Kansas City, Missouri. The son of Frances H. and Katherine (O’Malley) Servi. He grew up in Lexington, MO where he attended Wentworth Military Academy. After graduation Jim went on to attend 2 years at Wentworth Junior College as well as 2 years at Missouri Valley. He also served proudly in the U.S. Army Reserves for 15 years. Jim’s favorite hobbies included woodworking, building model trains, and working on cars. He also enjoyed square dancing with Mary. Jim was always there to help, whether he knew you or not. He was a member of First Baptist Church in Blue Springs for 40 plus years. Over the last few years, he was involved in their food outreach program where he delivered meals. Most important were his sons and grandchildren and spending time with them, as well as attending their sporting events and dance recitals.
He is preceded in death by his parents.
Jim is survived by his wife of 52 years, Mary Servi, of the home; two sons: Joe Servi and Christopher Servi (wife Amy); grandchildren: Brandon, Zach, Blake and Reese Servi; and sister-in-law, Jeannie Colvin.
Arrangements: Royer Funeral Home, Grain Valley, MO (816) 847-4441