James E. Wilbur, age 85, of LaGrange Park and former longtime resident of Evanston.  Beloved husband of Joan, nee Johnson.  Devoted brother of Clarke (Aline) Wilbur and the late Donald (late Patricia) Wilbur.  Cherished cousin of Betty Lee (Franklin) Dieter.  Dear brother-in-law, uncle and great-uncle to many.  Mr. Wilbur served as the former editor-in-chief at JS Paluch Company.  Visitation 4-8pm Friday Feb. 27^th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55^th St., Countryside.  Visitation will continue 10am Saturday Feb 28^th at the Congregation of the Sisters of St. Joseph Chapel, 1515 W. Ogden Ave., LaGrange Park, where the Funeral Mass will be held at 11am.  Interment 3pm Saturday at Crystal Lake Memorial Park.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to Sheil Catholic Center at Northwestern University, 2110 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60201 appreciated.  Funeral info 708-352-6500