James "JJ" Gayton 71, of Steger IL, passed away peacefully June 22, 2013. Beloved husband of Delia Gayton nee Cantu. Loving father of Christine Gayton, David Gayton and Michael Gayton. Cherished grandfather of Nicolett Gayton and Makaelynn Gayton. Dear brother of Ramona (Raymond) DeLaRosa. Visitation to be held Wednesday June 26, 2013 from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Homes-Steger Memorial Chapel, 3045 Chicago Road, Steger, IL. Funeral Mass Thursday June 27th 10:00 a.m. at St. Liborius Church - Steger, IL. Interment Assumption Cemetery - Glenwood, IL. Mr. Gayton retired UAW from Ford Stamping Plant after 30 years of service and former member of the Sons of the Legion of South Chicago Heights, IL. For further Information please contact at 708 755-6100 or visit www.smitsfh.com.