James "Jim" G. Lawless

James “Jim” G. Lawless, of St. Charles, Missouri, passed away Thursday, October 15, 2026 at the age of 92. Beloved husband of the late Marilyn Lawless; cherished son of the late Joseph and Alvina Lawless; devoted father of Donna (Patrick) Noonan, Charles "Chuck" (Teena) Lawless, and Andrea (Daniel) Knapp; loving grandfather of Matthew (Denisse) Noonan, Gregory (Susan) Noonan, Michael Noonan, Elizabeth (Rob) Slade (nee: Noonan), Christopher Noonan, Maria (Bryce) Youngberg (nee: Lawless), Jimmy (Kim) Lawless, the late Sophia Lawless, Anna Lawless, Aurelia "Ria" Knapp and David Elvis Knapp; treasured great-grandfather, brother-in-law, uncle and friend to many.

Jim proudly and honorably served in the United States Air Force during the Korean War and later in the Air Force Reserves.

Jim was a devoted member of St. Cletus Catholic Church. He retired after many years of dedicated service to the St. Louis Globe-Democrat and the St. Louis Post-Dispatch.

Jim was an avid game player and an enthusiastic reader who always found joy in a good book. There wasn't a book he couldn't put down. He was a member of a poker group for over 60 years, cherishing the friendships and memories made along the way. Jim shared his love of games with his children and grandchildren, a tradition that continues to bring the family together across generations.

James was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by all who knew him. His love of family, friendship, books, and games will live on in the hearts of those he leaves behind.

In Lieu of flowers memorials may be made in Jim's memory to: Courtney's Place - 7000 E. Shea Blvd Ste 1430 - Scottsdale, AZ 85254.