James "Jim" Lewis Stoneking, 77 of Warrensburg, Missouri passed away April 19, 2021 in Lee's Summit, Missouri.

James Lewis Stoneking was born January 16, 1944 in Warrensburg, Missouri, son of F.L. Stoneking and Opal (Duckett) Stoneking. He attended high school in Leeton. Jim was united in marriage to Carol Sue West on May 8, 1964 in Leeton. James and Carol made Warrensburg their home after marriage, where he worked at Missouri American Water Company. Jim retired from Missouri American Water Company after 33 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, the Kansas City Chiefs, baseball, golf, fishing, hunting, horse shoes, and dancing.

Survivors include his wife: Carol Stoneking; sons: Ricky Stoneking (Kathy) and Kelly Stoneking (Dena); daughter: Mandy Schlueter (Brett); sister: Lois Ott; 10 Grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild, and many nieces and nephews.  He is preceded in death by his parents; brother: Bob Cowan; sisters: Freda Withers and Geraldine Perry; and niece: Loretta Borchers.

Graveside Services will be 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 23, 2021 at Mineral Creek Cemetery in Leeton, Missouri with Rev. Sid Tiller officiating.

Arrangements entrusted to Williams Funeral Chapel in Warrensburg.

Memorials are suggested to the Jim Stoneking memorial fund in care of the funeral home.

Online condolences may be left at www.williamsfuneralchapel.net