Fortified with the Sacraments of Holy Mother Church on Monday, September 8, 2025.
Beloved husband of 58 years to Karen Lober (née Schrenker); devoted father of Sherry (Jeff) Tottleben and Grant Lober; adoring grandfather of Jacob, Jaimie, and Jacie Tottleben. Jim was a cherished brother, uncle, great-uncle, cousin, teacher, coach, and a friend to many.
Jim grew up in Kirkwood, Missouri, and was educated at Coyle High School and Southeast Missouri State University. He dedicated 39 years to teaching and coaching high school sports, primarily in the Fox C-6 School District.
Jim and Karen shared a lifetime of memories together, especially enjoying fishing and camping trips to Kentucky Lake, the Michigan Dunes, and Destin, Florida with their extended family. A lifelong lover of music and a loyal fan of the St. Louis Browns, Jim was known for his sharp wit, boundless curiosity, and his gift for turning strangers into friends.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to the charity of your choice are greatly appreciated.
SERVICES: Visitation at KUTIS AFFTON CHAPEL (10151 Gravois Rd., 63123) on Thursday, September 11th, 5:00 – 8:00 PM. Funeral Mass at Mary Mother of the Church (5901 Kerth Rd., 63128) on Friday at 10:00 AM. Interment at St. Trinity Cemetery.
Rest in Peace dear friend.
Karen…..We are so sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. He was always fun to talk too. Our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family.
Tom & Charlene Stratman
My condolences for your loss, Aunt Karen. I was very young the last time I saw you and Uncle Jim, but I do remember you both. You and the rest of your family are in my thoughts, along with Uncle Jim and my Nana (Carolyn).
Much love,
Chelsea
We were so sorry to hear of Uncle Jim’s passing. I will always remember his sense of humor and his laugh. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
thoughts and prayers… Coach taught me not to take thing to serious in the game of basketball as we coach together for years. God bless the family as you are in my prayers