Chu, James, B.T., Dr., 85, of Grassy Plain Road, Riverside died peacefully on November 21, 2009. He was the husband of the late Mary (Conlan) Chu.

Born in China, Dr. Chu was a professor at Yale University. He is survived by a son; Dr. Paul Chu of Connecticut.

His funeral will be held on Wednesday November 25, 2009 from the W. RAYMOND WATSON FUNERAL HOME, 350 Willett Avenue, Riverside at 8:45 am with a Mass of Christian Burial in St. Brendan Church, Turner Avenue, Riverside at 10 am. Burial will follow in Mt. St. Mary Cemetery, Pawtucket. Calling hours are Tuesday 4-8 pm.