Dr. James Andrew Setters

December 28, 1970 - February 21, 2021

Dr. James Andrew Setters of Browns Valley, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, February 21, 2021, at the age of 50 after a recent diagnosis of cancer. James was born December 28, 1970 in San Antonio, TX to Lloyd and Joyce Setters. He graduated from Lindhurst High School in 1989. He completed his undergraduate at Chico State. Completing his medical degree at Baylor Medical College in 1998. He was married to Liberty (Rice) in 1993. They enjoyed 27 years of marriage. He was a lifelong resident of the Yuba Sutter Area. After having a serious medical issue and lengthy hospitalization as a teen he decided to become a physician. He truly understood the importance of the patient and doctor relationship. He chose private practice so he could spend quality time with his patients. He practiced medicine in the area for the last 20 years. James was smart, witty, caring, loved learning and helping others. In his free time, he enjoyed spending time with family and friends. He loved riding his motorcycles and rebuilding old cars. He is loved and will be greatly missed. James is survived by his wife Liberty; children, Levi, Lauren and Summer; father, Lloyd Setters; stepfather Jerry Williams; siblings, Renee Brown, Shannon Oxfeld, Shelly Williams, Matt Williams and Chris Williams; grandmother, Gladys Rasmussen; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, and nephews. He is preceded in death by his mother, Joyce Williams. A Celebration of Life is scheduled for 1:00 pm on February 27, 2021 at Crossroads Community Church in Yuba City, CA. Eddie Simmons will officiate the ceremony. Friends and family are welcome to attend and celebrate James' life.