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James Arthur Giles, Jr.

JAMES ARTHUR GILES JR. Passed away peacefully October 1, 2025, at the age of 82.

Jim was the beloved husband of Carolyn J. Giles (2017) and was the loving and dedicated father of 3 sons: James A. Giles III (Michelle), Jason A. Giles, (Billie Jo), John A. Giles (Gina). He was the proud grandfather of Parker, Ava, Luc, and Addison and dear brother of Judy Holloran-Wolff and uncle to her children.  Jim was a cherished friend to many.

Jim dedicated his entire career to the grocery profession at both corporate and retail levels: serving with distinction at National Supermarkets and Trader Joe’s.  A lifelong, competitive athlete, he excelled at swimming & diving; first at the youth level (Shaw Park Swim Team) and then high school (Mercy HS). He was an avid golfer and played recreational softball and racquetball.  He coached CYC baseball and soccer teams for his boys at St. Michael’s and was an enthusiastic sporting fan of St. Louis teams.  His other hobbies included fishing of all kinds and taking photographs at the Missouri Botanical Gardens, where he was a longstanding member.

Services; Mass on Saturday, November 22, 10:00AM at St. Michael the Archangel. 7622 Sutherland, St. Louis MO 63119.  Reception to follow at Seamus McDaniel’s Bar & Grill in Dogtown neighborhood.

In lieu of flowers, the Giles family thanks you for considering donating to the Pedal the Cause via this memorial page.  Both of our parents fought cancers.  Jim, Multiple Myeloma and his wife Carol, Breast Cancer.  Pedal the Cause supports and funds Cancer Research right here in St. Louis.  Jim, Carol, and countless others have benefitted directly from the cancer research and care that Siteman Center offered them during their battles.
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2 Comments

  1. Ron Hostetter on October 28, 2025 at 1:11 pm

    We are so sorry about the passing of our friend. He was a loved friend of Karen and Ron. Hope your family is doing well with the great loss.



  2. Bev and Jim on November 3, 2025 at 10:32 am

    We are so sorry to hear about your Dad. May your memories get you through this hard time and know that your Dad is now with Mom.
    Unfortunately, we will be in Branson with family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Bev and Jim



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