Obituary of James Milton Bagley

In loving memory of SFC James Milton Bagley Jr. SFC James Milton Bagley Jr. was born on January 1, 1949 in Machias, Maine to James and Nettie Bagley. He passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at his home in Colorado Springs at the age of 75. Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army for 24 years as a special force's green beret, combat engineer, and re-enlistment NCO. He was the recipient of the purple heart and two bronze stars. He was stationed in Germany, Vietnam, Hawaii, Alabama, Alaska, Massachusetts, and Colorado. After his military retirement, Jim provided security for local businesses including his 21 years at Memorial Hospital in Colorado Springs. Jim was a very talented musician and artist. He played the guitar, banjo, and drums at churches and family gatherings. He also drew comics for the military newspaper, airbrushed art on vehicles, carved statuettes out of wood, and did leatherwork. In his free time Jim enjoyed black powder hunting and preserving hides. James is survived by his wife of 54 years, Lois; older sister, Maxine Cuppet; his 7 children, Todd, Wade, Nichole, Scott, Luke, Chris, Travis, and their spouses; and his 17 grandchildren. Jim truly loved his family and will be deeply missed. Funeral Service, 11:00AM, Saturday, February 10, 2024, Falcon Baptist Church, 11095 Eggar Drive, Peyton, Colorado 80831.