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BIRT, James E. "Jim"

Age 86, Dayton, Ohio, passed away at home on 12/25/2022, of sudden natural causes. He is missed by family and many friends. Jim will be remembered for his affable manner, generosity, wit, and arsenal of lawyer jokes. Per his wishes, his body was donated to the Wright State School of Medicine; no service was held. Visit Facebook group "Jim Birt Memorial" to view and post pictures, anecdotes, and remembrances. A Celebration of Life will be held online in March.

Email [email protected] for details.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Dayton Daily News on Jan. 22, 2023.

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Danny Birt

December 27, 2023

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December 27, 2023

Danny Birt

December 27, 2023

Danny W. Birt was here.

Stephen B Hessinger I

January 23, 2023

A wonderful Human Being, A wonderful uncle. A true and dear friend. Remembering that sly smile as you told jokes with funny accents that made me belly laugh, yet cringe. I will miss you, Jim, until I see you in Heaven. Love always. Your favorite nephew, Steve

Jim Rodgers

January 22, 2023

Many fine memories from our days together at Fairview.
Jim Rodgers

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