James G. Bungert of Mt. Prospect formerly of Morton Grove, beloved father of Sam and Jack; former husband of Jodi and longtime partner of Gayle Mitchell; dear brother of Michael (Patricia) Bungert and Kathy (Stephen) Fukuda; cherished uncle of Michael Jr., Casandra, Andrew, Matthew and Christine. Visitation at Simkins Funeral Home 6251 Dempster St. Morton Grove Thursday from 9:00 a.m. until time of departure for St. Martha Church 8523 Georgiana Ave. Morton Grove at 10:30 a.m. Mass 11:00 a.m. Cremation to follow in private.