James Ogden, 63 of Russellville passed away Tuesday, October 1, 2024 at University Hospital, Columbia.

He was born in Denver, CO on October 6, 1960 to the late Norma (Milholland) Ogden and LeVern “Rocky” Ogden of Venango, NE.  James grew up in Russellville and attended Russellville High School.  He was a gifted woodworker and took pride in his work as a finish carpenter in residential construction. James was employed at Creative Design Homes and Remodeling.  James and his lifelong partner, Karen Anderson enjoyed spending many weekends with their camping friends at Truman Lake.  Whether it was chopping wood, hunting Elk out West, traveling throughout the United States on his Harley, fishing for Catfish, Crappie or whatever was biting that day, you knew James was a man who loved the outdoors.  He had a big heart, friendly smile and loved to “chit chat” with friends as well as strangers.

Survivors include Karen Anderson of Russellville, his father;  LeVern “Rocky” (Janet Schilling) Ogden, brother; Brad Ogden of Dixon, MO, two sisters; Tracey (Bill) Lyons of Casper, WY, Kelly (Travis) Heimsoth of Wheatland, WY, sister-in-law; Carrie Ogden of Jefferson City, many nieces, nephews and friends and his dog; Dude.

James was preceded in death by his mother, brother, Tony Ogden and niece, Haven Ogden.

Private family services will be held.  Trimble Funeral Homes-Jefferson City is assisting our family with arrangements.  trimblefunerals.com