James A. “Jim” Gaule, 83 of Rochester, passed away on September 17, 2026. He was born July 13, 1943, in Springfield, to parents Lloyd and Josephine Gaule. He is survived by his four children, Dynell Gaule, Michael (Heather) Gaule, Mitsy (John) Mellor, and Brett (Gloria) Gaule; 13 grandchildren and 16 great grandchildren.

Private family services will be held and burial will be at Rochester Cemetery on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

Wilson Park Funeral Home in Rochester is in charge of arrangements.