ROCHESTER, N.H. — Faye Anita (Richards) James, 81, passed away Saturday, February 26, after a long battle with dementia.

She was born August 24, 1940, in Jay, ME., to Archie Edwin and Lillian Elizabeth (Powers) Richards. She grew-up in Wilton, ME & attended schools in Jay, ME.

On Oct. 29, 1955, Faye married David Wayne James. They had eight children, 25 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchildren & one great-great-granddaughter.

She worked in various shoe shops while building a home for her family with much love.

She enjoyed camping, the lakes, beaches, playing cards, horse races, dancing, listening to her husband play guitar, loved to clean house, caring for, and being with her loved ones. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother whose greatest joy was her family.

She is survived by her sister, Diane Bonito of Madison, ME; all her children, David Jr., Peter, Kathy, Cynthia, Vicky, Jeffrey, Robert and Theodore; & many nieces, nephews, & great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband David, of almost 60 years in 2015, her parents; grandchild, Timothy Williams; and siblings, Beatrice, Raymond, Arline, Beverly, Horace, Reginald, Gerald and Gary.

Per Faye's wishes no formal services will happen, but a celebration of life may be arranged at a later date to honor Faye & David James.

Donations may be made to: https://www.alz.org / (Alzheimer's Association) or the charity of one's choice. To express condolences, please visit: www.peasleefuneralhome.com