James Tichelaar

James Tichelaar, age 86 of Taunton, passed away on February 19, 2026 at Morton Hospital.

He was the son of the late Frans and Grietje (Medemer) Tichelaar.

James (Pop) was a lovable curmudgeon who enjoyed hunting, fishing and taking drives in his van. He was a talented carpenter who admired people that lived off the land. He never met a stranger and very often his friendships felt more like extended family. Pop will be missed by all of us.

James is survived by his loving children; Barbara Robertson and husband Ed, James Tichelaar, Stacey Tichelaar, grandchildren; Scott Robertson, Jeffrey Robertson, Nicholas Robertson, brother; Gerrit Tichelaar and several nieces and nephews. He was the brother of the late Frans Tichelaar, Louise Wenner and Greta Smith.

Services will be held privately.

For expressions of sympathy, to sign an online guestbook or to light a memorial candle, visit www.silvafuneralhome.com.