James (Jim) Dean Elliott, age 71, of Harmony died October 26 at St. Marys Hospital.

James was born May 23, 1946 to Gordon and Thelma (McCabe) Elliott and was one of eleven children. He attended Kennedy Country School and moved into town when he was in the sixth grade. He graduated from Harmony High School in 1964. James served in the Army from 1965-1967 and was stationed in Germany.

After the Army, he worked for Heco and also later, Torgerson Floor Covering. He married Cheryl Larson on October 26, 1968 at Garness Lutheran Church in rural Mabel. He was a self-employed floor installer until 2000 after which he retired.

James enjoyed antiquing and gardening. He always had a large garden which included many beautiful flowers. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife, Cheryl of Harmony; two daughters, Kimberly (Kevin) Schultz of Fountain, Karrie (John) Gage of Rochester; four grandchildren, Danielle, Megan, Nicole and Dylan; three brothers, Bill (Judy) Elliott of Backus, Garry (Cathy) Elliott of Decorah, IA, Larry (Jeanne) Elliott of Plainview; and four sisters, Joan (Chuck) Murphy of Stewartville, Sue (Roy) Davis of Richland Center, WI, Mary (Jeff) St Mane of Eyota, and Rita (Jeff) Moen of Chatfield.

He is preceded in death by his parents, Gordon and Thelma Elliott; and three brothers, Richard, Terry and Jon.

Funeral service will be at 11:00 am on Monday, October 30 at the Harmony United Methodist Church in Harmony, MN with Pastor Michael Smith officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service at the church on Monday. Burial will be in the State Line Cemetery in Harmony, MN.

Macken Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements and online condolences are welcome at www.mackenfuneralhome.com.