James A. Tormena Sr., 65, of Independence, MO passed away April 11, 2014 at Centerpoint Medical Center. A graveside service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 16, at Brooking Cemetery. Jim was born February 15, 1949, in Independence, MO to Tony and Edna Mae (Baker) Tormena. He is survived by his wife, Barbara Tormena; two children, Jim Tormena Jr. (Shelley) and Renee Tormena; two sisters, Pam Tormena and Donna Jean Bowman; as well as two grandchildren, Katelyn and Sydney Tormena. Online condolences may be expressed at www.speakschapel.com (Arrangements: Speaks Suburban Chapel 816-373-3600)