James Challans, 71 of Pana, IL, passed away on Saturday morning, March 1, 2025, at Union Hospital in Terre Haute, IN.

James was born December 10, 1953, in Pana, IL, a son of Kenneth Patrick and Imogene (Carter) Challans. James graduated from Pana High School with the class of 1972. He served in the Navy for 3 years.

James worked at ADM in Decatur, IL as a locomotive engineer for 25 years before retiring. He loved to ride his Harley motorcycle.

James was preceded in death by his parents, sister, Marla G. Leigh, and infant brother, David Challans.

Graveside Services will be conducted at 10:30 am, Thursday, March 20, 2025 at Mayfield Memorial Park Cemetery, Carlinville, IL.

Burial will follow in Mayfield Memorial Park Cemetery, Carlinville.

James is survived by his son, Jamie Challans of Vandalia, IL, son, Jarad Challans of Pana, IL, granddaughter, Sierra Challans, and brother, Rick (Jolayne) Challans of Ramsey, IL.

Memorials may be made to Silver Club VA Hospital Danville, IL.

Please visit www.davisandersonfuneralhome.com to leave condolences or light a candle in his memory.

Davis-Anderson Funeral Home, Carlinville is in charge of arrangements.