James L. Krout, of Warrenton, Missouri, died on Sunday, June 30, 2013 at the age of 74. Loving husband of the late Darlene A. Krout; devoted father of Sherri Valenti and Sharmaine (Greg) Keller; cherished grandfather of Sara (Charles) Cotner, Hailey Keller, and Jordan Keller; treasured great-grandfather of Chloe, Joshua, Ellie, and Thomas James; dear brother of Melvin Krout and Madelyn McCormick; dearest step-grandfather of Lori and Frankie and step-great-grandfather of Joshua; dear to many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He is preceded in death by his brother Robert "Bob" Krout. James proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. His greatest passion in life was his family, and he will be greatly missed. He also loved his Shih-Tzu Holly.