James Michael Van Matre died July 6 at Pueblo West, Colorado. He was born July 30, 1965 at Las Vegas, New Mexico. James was a self employed residential contractor and had lived in Pueblo West since 2005. He was preceded in death by his mother Barbara L. Van Matre. His survivors include his wife Aleshia Brumgardt, sister, Wendy Bowles; nieces, Ashley and Lacey Bowles; his father, Rick Van Matre and numerous friends and relatives. Cremation, Davis Crematory. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, July 10, 2011 in the Davis Memorial Chapel with Rev. Randy Short officiating. Online condolences at DavisMortuary.com