James E. Kaese, Sr. , Proud WWII Navy Veteran; born May 8, 1919 , at peace Feb. 27, 2012, Age 92; beloved husband of Laura, nee Smeltzer; loving father of James E., Jr. (Elizabeth) and Robert (Kim); cherished grandfather of James III, Scott, Steven, Kristine and Kelly; great-grandfather of Kasey, Andrew, Jake, Sevrin, Colin and Owen. Dedicated Scout Master for seven years of Troop #49 St. William Parish. Funeral prayers, Friday, 9:30 a.m. from The Elms Funeral Home 7600 W. Grand Ave. (north at 76th Ave.) Elmwood Park to St. William Church for Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Entombment Mt. Emblem Cemetery. Visitation Thursday 4 to 9 p.m. Please omit flowers. For information 708-453-1234