James "Wedge" Edward Lorberg

April 30, 1947 - October 21, 2020

James “Wedge” Lorberg, 73, of Jackson, died at 6:00 a.m., Wednesday, October 21, 2020 at his residence. He was born April 30, 1947 in Cape Girardeau to Carlton and Amanda (Joyce) Lorberg. He proudly served in the United States Navy during the Viet Nam era. Wedge worked in the family businesses, Lorberg Funeral Home and Lorberg Appliance. He worked for 24 years as greenskeeper at Bent Creek Golf Course. He loved dirt biking, vintage cars, and boating on Current River. Wedge was an avid Cardinal’s fan, especially Stan Musial. During the Mark McGwire era, he and Ken Seabaugh went to 31 out of 81 home games. He also enjoyed traveling to the beach with friends, Fred and Jennie Christian. He is survived by cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother, Joseph Lorberg in 2017. Cremation rites have been accorded. Graveside services and inurnment will take place on Thursday, November 5, 2020, at 11:00 a.m. at Cape County Memorial Park. Military honors will be provided by the U.S. Navy burial team and area veterans. Crain Funeral Home and Cremation Service of Cape Girardeau is in charge of arrangements.