James Daniel Pearson

James Daniel Pearson, 81, a resident of Fairfield, passed away Sunday, August 3, 2025 at Jefferson County Health Center in Fairfield.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date. Behner Funeral Home in Fairfield is assisting with arrangements.

Jim was born in June of 1944 in Chicago, Illinois, the son of Robert C. and Catherine l. Pearson.

Jim grew up in Des Moines and following high school, attended and graduated from the University of Iowa. Jim served in United States Army, stationed in Germany during the Viet Nam War. Following his service in the Army, he attended law school at the University of Arkansas in Fayetteville and graduated in 1974.

He was a follower of transcendental meditation, beginning in 1972 and became a teacher shortly after graduating from law school. Jim oversaw the Fayetteville, Arkansas TM center, and then moved to the national TM headquarters in California. Jim moved to Fairfield in the 1980s and began his law practice, eventually specializing in immigration law helping many students at MIU and local internationals.

Jim loved history, travel, photography, hiking, and Chicago bears. His caring and giving personality will be greatly missed by many.

He is survived by a cousin, Shari Patrick of Washington state, and some dear friends.