James A. Aten, Suddenly age 71. Late of Apollo Beach, Fl., formerly of Hickory Hills. Beloved husband of Gloria F. nee DeYoung and the late Judy K. Aten. Loving father of Coleen (Daniel) Ortega, Sara Gallant, Matthew (Kelly), Marcia and Jonathan (Fiance, Beth Ponstein) Ishmael. Dearest grandfather of Jennifer and Daniel Ortega, Robert Ishmael-Davis, Faith, and Ethan James Gallant. Fond brother of Sharon (Jerry) Dailey. Cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. Jim was the associate pastor of Willow Springs Baptist Church, former owner of American Sign Works at 79th and Harlem Ave., Bridgeview, IL., and a member of the Christian Motorcycle Association. Visitation Wednesday, May 20th, from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. at THORNRIDGE FUNERAL HOME (Janusz Family Funeral Service) 14318 S. LaGrange Rd. (9600 W/ Rte. 45) Orland Park. Graveside service to be held immediately following at Mount Auburn Cemetery, 4101 Oak Park Ave., Stickney with the Reverend Howard Hoekstra officiating.