James Jude Rouprich, age 86, passed away on Thursday, March 12, 2026, in Daphne, AL. He was a much loved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend.
James was born on April 14, 1939, in New Orleans, Louisiana to Ouida and Ashland Rouprich. He was preceded in death by his parents, his sister, Jackie and his beloved wife, JoAnn, whom he had longed to join again.
He is survived by his daughter, Rachael (Mark) Schuler of Charlotte, North Carolina; his son, Randall Rouprich and former daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Rouprich of Greenville, South Carolina; and his two granddaughters, Sara and Lauren Schuler of Chicago.
James proudly served his country in the United States Army and later in the Air National Guard Reserves, reflecting his lifelong sense of duty and patriotism. After serving in the Army, James built a successful career in the electrical industry, working for Cutler Hammer and later General Electric. His jobs took him from New Orleans to Little Rock, AR, Bloomington, IL, Greenville, SC, Birmingham, AL and eventually Daphne, AL, where he resided for the last 28 years.
James built lasting friendships in all these locations but most notably in New Orleans as a founding member of the Lucky 13 Club and in Daphne as a proud member of the Shadow Barons.
A Mass of Christian Burial is scheduled for Monday, March 23, 2026, at 11AM at Christ the King Catholic Church, 1505 Main Street in Daphne, AL. Visitation will be from 10AM-10:45AM at the Immaculata Center, 1601 Main Street, Daphne, AL. He will be interred at Alabama State Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Spanish Fort, AL.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you can make memorial donations to the Wounded Warrior Project at https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org/
Hughes Funeral Home, 26209 Pollard Road, Daphne, AL, is assisting the family. Online condolences for the family may be made at www.hughesfh.com.
Rest in Peace my friend.
There will never be another like you! May you rest in peace and join your beloved, JoAnn.
Rest in peace Mr. Jimmy. I know you and Joann are dancing together and what a wonderful dance to imagine 🙏🏻💙💗
Rest in Peace Jim! You will always be Shadow Baron and friend.
Jimmy was the big brother I never had. When I was young, he always let me hang around with him and his friends. Great memories of him and those good times. Rest in peace my “Big Brother.” I know you are with Joann as it was always meant to be.
Sonny and Michelle Burmaster
Wonderful warm and humorous memories. Too many to mention. He is happy with his love JoAnn. rest in peace
Rest in Peace my friend. It was an honor knowing you. Praying for you and your family.
Tom and I will remember you fondly. We enjoyed your company and your Mardi Gras parties. Loved to watch you and JoAnn dance.
I will miss watching Alabama Football games with you and Bobby Zyreck. You were a good friend and will be missed by all. We will miss seeing you at church. May you rest in peace with your wife