James Bavester ’53 of Bloomington, Illinois, died Nov. 7, 2020. He was 92.

Jim majored in biology at Illinois Wesleyan. He served with the 307th Airborne Medical Battalion, 82nd Airborne Division, in the U.S. Army. Jim retired from Pfizer and later owned and operated Novak Flowers with his wife. After retirement, he enjoyed volunteering with the St. Vincent de Paul Society, golf and travel. He was a longtime member of Bloomington Country Club and Holy Trinity Catholic Church. He is survived by his wife, four daughters, 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.

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