James "Jim" Caudle, 59, of Topeka, passed away Wednesday, August 15, 2012. Jim was born on February 1, 1953, in Detroit, Michigan, son of James and Elizabeth (Keydel) Caudle. He graduated from Topeka West High School in 1973. On June 30, 1973, Jim was united in marriage to Diane Conklin. She passed away in 2009. Jim worked for Stormont-Vail Hospital for over 25 years.
Jim is survived by his son, Jason Caudle and fiancée, Paige Hatfield, Topeka, sister, Kathryn (Bob) Ricci, Topeka, brother, David (Chrissy) Caudle, San Diego, CA, seven nieces and nephews, and mother-in-law, Claudette Conklin.
Memorial services will be held at 11:00 a.m. Monday, August 20, 2012, at First Congregational Church, Topeka. Memorial contributions may be directed to Diane Caudle Memorial Fund in care of First Congregational Church, 1701 SW Collins Ave., Topeka, KS 66604. Penwell-Gabel Mid-Town Chapel is assisting with arrangements.