JAMES (Jimmy) LEO DRABANT 88 of St. Louis, MO born November 12, 1935, passed away on March 16, 2024. The son of George and Opal (West) Drabant.

He was a proud Union Bricklayer for 40+ years then worked at Busch Stadium for 18 years. James loved watching baseball and coaching. He enjoyed being outdoors and gardening, but most of all spending time with family and friends.

James (Jimmy) is survived by daughter Deborah Hanes (Michael), son Michael Drabant (June), daughter Sandra Linnenbringer (Kenneth), daughter Caroline Meyrose (Donald), son James Drabant, son Christopher Drabant (Wendy) and nephew Brian Drabant. James had 14 grandchildren and 11 great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parents George and Opal Drabant, brother George Drabant. Private Celebration of Life will be held later.