James “Jim” William Pagel, 89, of Eldora, went to go fishing with the lord on December 5, 2019, at his residence in Eldora with his loving family by his side while under the care of Iowa River Hospice. A visitation will be held on Monday, December 9, from 5-7 PM at Creps-Chapel in Eldora with a scripture service and time of memories at 6:30 PM. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Tuesday, December 10, at 10:30 AM at St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Eldora with Father Kevin Earleywine officiating. Visitation will resume an hour prior to the service at the church. Inurnment will take place at St. Mary’s Catholic Cemetery in Eldora at a later date with military honors. Memorials may be directed to the family to be donated to a cause in honor of Jim at a later date. Abels Funeral and Cremation Service, Creps-Chapel is caring for Jim and his family. Online messages of condolences may be made at www.abelsfuneralhomes.com.