James Cosmo Orjames, 79, El Dorado Springs, passed away April 17, 2010, in his home. He was born March 27, 1931, to Cosmo and Carmela (Leucarelli) Orjames, the last living sibling of eight children.
He was married to Susan Marie (Baker) Orjames for the past 30 years. To this marriage a son was raised, Dustin Cook.
James lived and worked in Kansas City in the 1950’s and 60’s before moving to California, where he met his wife Susan. There he worked as a longshoreman at the Ports of San Francisco and Sacramento. He was a very strong man. He moved his family back to Missouri in 1995, where he owned and operated Fulton’s Mobile Home Park in Osceola for 13 years. After selling this business, he and his wife moved to El Dorado Springs to retire.
He was a man who could fix anything. He was a plumber, electrician and carpenter. He was a man of all trades. James was happiest when he was building or improving some kind of structure.
James was a very wise man with a big heart. He was a very loving and caring family man who always knew what to do when those around him had problems.
Survivors include his loving wife, Susan Orjames; his son, Dustin Cook; his daughter-in-law, Victoria Cook; two grandchildren, Donovan Cook and Jayden Davis; and many nieces and nephews.
Graveside services were held Wednesday, April 21, El Dorado Springs City Cemetery with Pastor Patty Smith officiating. Interment under the direction of Sheldon Funeral Home followed the service.
