James Joseph 'Silky' Silknitter has passed away. He was 87.
James lived a long life filled with hard work, adventure, and creativity. He was a US National Guard veteran and a machinist for Western Electric. After retiring, he founded Silky's Custom Slotcar Tracks.
Silky was a loved and admired model car racing community member in Omaha/Bellevue. He was a brother, a husband, a father, a grandfather, and a friend to many.
James was preceded in death by his wife, son James, and grandson Douglas.
He is survived by his brothers: Bob Silknitter, Art Silknitter (Joyce), and Bill Silknitter (Julie). His legacy continues through his children: David, Mary (Doug), and Anna (Mike), along with numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and all of those he loved enough to say were his "non-biological children."
James will be missed dearly and never forgotten!
