Obituary of James Lyday, Jr.

James M. Lyday, Jr., C.P.A. "Jim" Age 68. Suddenly from cardiac arrest Saturday, May 3, 2014 at Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center. Born March 23, 1946 in Columbus, OH. Bachelor of Science, Business Administration, Ohio State University Class of 1973, Sigma Phi Epsilon Fraternity. Member and former Treasurer of Columbia Yacht Club. Principal partner of Lyday & Associates, Ltd, Certified Public Accountants in Joliet, IL. Survived by his daughter, Tamara L. "Tami" Lyday, D.O.; loving partner of 45 years, Winifred M. "Winnie" Lyday, Ph.D.; his parents, James M. Sr., D.V.M. and Charlene (nee Lauer) Lyday; and two brothers, Charles and Douglas. A Celebration of Life Service for James Lyday will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2014 at 10:00 a.m. at the Joliet Country Club, 1009 Spencer Road, Joliet, IL 60433. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to the Wounded Warrior Project would be appreciated. Arrangements by Fred C. Dames Funeral Home. For more information: (815) 741-5500 or www.fredcdames.com