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James Retter Obituary
Age 57, of Vandalia, passed away unexpectedly on January 29, 2021. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lois Ann Retter, and brother, Daniel Patrick. He is survived by his father, John Retter; a son, Aaron Michael of Denver, CO; former wife,
Annette Retter; sisters, Jeannine, Nancy Lyons (Jeffrey), and Mary Retter; nephews, Ryan Burger (Michelle), Nicholas
Burger (Dawn); nieces, Emily Gomez (Justin), Kathryn Burger, Rebecca Crosby (Winston); 3 great-nieces and 1 great-nephew. Jim graduated from Sinclair College and worked in the Mental Health Technology field. He was a huge sports fan and loved the Bengals and Buckeyes. Jim loved going to concerts. He
enjoyed cooking, family get togethers and was very proud of his son, Aaron. Jim was very loyal to his family and his easy
going, jovial spirit will be greatly missed. The family will
receive friends Monday, February 15th, from 11am-12 noon at The Westbrock Funeral Home, 5980 Bigger Road, for a socially distanced walk-through visitation. There will be a funeral service starting at 12:00 pm at the funeral home. A private burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children at
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Memories and Condolences
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Renee Streng
February 15, 2021
I am so sorry you are gone James. I am so glad we reconnected on fb and I pray for the family you left behind. May God bring peace to your family as they deal with your passing.
Linda Retter
February 15, 2021
Uncle John, Jeannine, Nancy, & Mary. I'm saddened to hear of Jimmy's sudden death. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Heidi Morris
February 11, 2021
To Mr Retter, Nancy, Mary, Jeanne, Annette and Jimmy´s Son
I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Jimmy as this little boy in cub scouts staying all night at our house having so much fun with Mark. He grew up and still liked to joke.
Although I had not seen him in quite a few years, I will never forget him.
Life seems to be going so fast. I can close my eyes and see your Mom at my Dad´s remembrance mass with your Dad. My Mom just passed in October 2020... Jimmy left this earth too soon.
I shall say a prayer for all of you and hope you know he remains loved in the hearts of those who knew him.
May God keep you all safe and well during this very difficult time of grief.
God bless you all.
Heidi Morris
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