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James Ferrell Obituary
James F. Ferrell was born on August 16,1959 to Donald Dale Ferrell and Mary Bernice Taylor. After a long illness he died peacefully on December 1, 2024 at Ohio's Hospice of Dayton. He was 65.
Born in Zanesville, Ohio, Jim was a graduate of Zanesville High School and received a Bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University. He taught Spanish and French for 30 years at Tippecanoe High School in Tipp City, Ohio. A long time resident of Grafton Hill in Dayton, Jim enjoyed listening to NPR, watching PBS, shopping at The Dorthy Lane Market and dining with dear friends on a weekly basis at several of Dayton's best restaurants.
He is preceded in death by his sister Melanie Bee Hamilton and dear friend Jim Town. He is survived by his brother-in-law Gary Hamilton, niece Ashley Zeiter, nephew Andrew Hamilton, and niece Alexa Hoffman. He is also survived by his very close friends Paul Somers, Joe Quinn, Emily Freiberger, Megan Lucking, Mark Birchette and his best friend of 50 years, Ed Christman.
In memory of Jim, donations can be made in his name to the charity of your choice or to Ohio's Hospice of Dayton.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Ferrell
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Nicole Rettig Rager, class of 1988
December 14, 2024
I am so sorry for Senor's loss. He was one of the best teachers anyone could ask for and blessed our little town in having him. I am sorry to have lost touch with him. Deseo podia hablar con Senor otra vez. Tengo recuerdos carinoso de clase y Senor. Los discusiones, historias, divertidos...tengo muchos en mi mente para decir pero es tan dificil. Me alegro que Senor el tenia un vida con feliz y amor. Vaya con paz. Hasta luego, hasta que nos volvamos a encontrar. /Margarita '84-88
Jennifer Swartz Cain
December 9, 2024
Señor Ferrell was an amazing teacher. I always admired his dedication and excitement in the classroom. I remember his yellow car and him speeding along in it. I also remember when I said "tortilla" incorrectly. He was so hilarious in correcting me. I have never forgotten how to say it again. "Claudia"
Kara Kendall (Snyder) Class of 94
December 9, 2024
Señor Ferrell was one of my absolute favorite teachers of all time in High School. From his "poses" on school picture days, the "hair swipe" when he noticed a student got a haircut, to seeing "Tweety Bird" in the parking lot.. he just had a way of putting a smile on your face no matter what was going on. He always made me feel "seen" as a quiet nerd.
I´m so sad to hear he has passed and send my deepest condolences to his surviving family and close friends.
Deb Bringman
December 8, 2024
Jim was an extraordinary person - a very compassionate and dedicated educator. It was an honor and privilege to be his friend and colleague for over 40 years. We shared many of life´s moments together and lots of laughs. I will remember him fondly and miss his many stories. Your health struggles are over.... Rest in peace, my friend.
Michele Rettig Gephart
December 8, 2024
Señor Ferrell was a great teacher. His lessons even helped me to help my daughter through her Spanish classes 30 years after taking his class. He was kind and helpful and fun. I enjoyed having him for a teacher.
Tina Pearson
December 8, 2024
Jim was a special man! He was a friend and teaching colleague; plus a favorite teacher of my own children. I think the world of him; the world is a lonely place w/o Jim!
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