James A. DeVault, 69, of Lafayette passed away at 10:12 p.m. Tuesday, December 20, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family. He had been battling cancer.

He was born March 2, 1947 in Lafayette to the late Robert and Dorothy (Littell) DeVault and was a 1965 graduate of Lafayette Jefferson High School.

His marriage was to Marian Haley on February 24, 1969 at St. Mary Cathedral in Lafayette; she survives.

Mr. DeVault worked as a service technician for Roeing Corporation for the last few years. He previously worked for Wyatt Communications and for General Telephone for over 30 years.

He was a long time member of St. Mary Cathedral in Lafayette.

Jim was a family man above all else. He enjoyed watching his children and grandchildren in all their school sports and activities. Jim cherished his relationship with his children. He was a valued part of the coaching staff for the Central Catholic Lady Knights Basketball program, as his son Craig guided them to the 2015 and 2016 State Championships. He also enjoyed fishing trips to Canada and Florida.

Surviving with his wife are their children, Kim DeVault, Craig DeVault (wife: Susannah) and Robyn Carter all of Lafayette and two sisters, Marlene and Darlene DeVault both of Lafayette. Jim loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, Brittany, Madison, Erika, Connor, Kendall, Rylee, Devin and Hannah and his 2 great-grandchildren, Gage and Brycen.

Friends may call from 2 p.m. until the time of funeral service at 7 p.m. Friday, December 23, 2016 at Hartzler-Clapper Funeral Home (101 West 4th St. Brookston); Fr. Kyle Neterer to officiate. Interment to be handled privately at a later date.

Memorials may be made to the Jim DeVault Memorial Fund to be used for a later good in his name.

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