James Robert Kudelka, 45, of Granite City, IL died on Thursday, July 9, 2026 at St. Louis University Hospital in St. Louis, MO.

He was born on December 16, 1980 in Granite City, IL to Barbara (nee:  Kudelka) McKelley.

The loving son and brother worked for Waffle House as a grill cook.  He enjoyed music and playing his guitar.

James is survived by his mother; a brother, Christopher Kudelka of Granite City; a sister, Amanda Stuart of Granite City; a niece, Zoe Grey and 2 nephews:  Kevin Grey and Justin McKelley.

Visitation will be from 4:00 p.m. until time of service at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, July 17, 2026 at Wojstrom Funeral Home & Crematory in Granite City, IL.

Online guestbook and obituary available at www.wojstrom.com.