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James Blucker Obituary
James W.C. Blucker, age 88, died peacefully on April 17, 2014 doing what he loved best, fishing at the shores of Wingfoot Lake.
Born in Akron, Jim was a graduate of O.C. School as an Ensign in the Merchant Marines. He went on to marry Dolly on August 25, 1946 at St. Martha's in Akron. After fathering his first three children he graduated from Buchtel High School in 1952, finishing his education at the University of Akron.
Jim retired from the Ohio Edison Company after 40 years of service, where he started at the Gorge Plant, went on as a foreman in construction and finished as a Senior Accountant in the Plant Accounting Dept. He was a member of St. Joseph Parish in Randolph, and the Ohio Edison Men's Club. Jim enjoyed gardening and investing in the stock market, and loved fishing at his beloved Mogadore Reservoir and Wingfoot Lake.
Preceded in death by his wife, Dolores Ann "Dolly", and sisters, Betty and Mary. He is survived by sons, James (Nancy) and Michael (Susan); daughters, Janie (William) Allen, Kathryn (Paul) Nitz, Mary Alice (Russ) Varner and Diane (Roger) Haught; 15 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren with one on the way; brothers, John M. (Lyn) and Charles T. (Susan); and sisters, Rita, Margaret and Judy.
The family will receive friends Monday, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 34 S. Cleveland Avenue (Route 532) MOGADORE, Ohio 44260. Funeral Mass will be celebrated Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 2643 Waterloo Road, Mogadore, Ohio 44260, with Father Thomas Acker, S.J. presiding. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. The family suggests memorials to the St. Joseph Food Pantry.
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April 25, 2014
Jim was a good friend, he will be deeply missed by Tom Hagerman.
April 21, 2014
Sorry for your loss.A neighbor Alice Collins
April 21, 2014
I fondly remember Uncle Jim sharing his merchant marine stories with me one day for hours. What a treasure. Beth Lange
Jerry Romine
April 21, 2014
Our deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the Blucker family. Mogadore, and Wingfoot won't be the same without father and son fishing there. If only we could all be doing what we love best when our time comes.
The Romine Family
Cincinnati, Ohio
Portia Furry
April 21, 2014
Janie, you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad was always smiling and friendly to everyone at OE/FE. He will be missed on earth, but there are surely great joyous reunions in Heaven.
April 21, 2014
Janie, you and your entire family are in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad was always smiling and friendly to everyone at OE/FE. He will be missed on earth, but there are surely great joyous reunions in Heaven.
Wanda Wade
April 20, 2014
Janie and Family...very sorry to see your Father's passing..worked in Plant Accounting with Jim for many years and he was always upbeat, friendly and would make me laugh. GOD Bless you during this difficult time.
Sarah V
April 20, 2014
Our grandpa is the best man we know. He was always showing us new ways to love our family and how to appreciate the little things. Grandma and grandpa are together again and completely irreplaceable, we love you forever.
April 20, 2014
Jim, Janie, Kathy, Mary Alice, Diane and Michael -- My condolences to all of you during this difficult time. For as long as I can remember, your Dad loved to fish and that was the last thing he did in this life. What a great memory. I am sure you have many more as I do. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Alyce Wise Wagner
Sherry Hofus
April 20, 2014
Janie, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Your dad was such a nice guy and I enjoyed working with him at the Edison.
Pat Carter
April 19, 2014
sorry for your loss. Your dad was a great person, a pleasure to of known him. He is with his love Dolly , they were a perfect couple. Prayers for your family.
Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home
April 20, 2014
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.
Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home
April 20, 2014
Our thoughts are with the family and friends at this time.
Jim and Sherry Yoder
April 19, 2014
Kathy and Paul so sorry to hear of your Dads passing Kathy we have know your family for over 45 years and it has been great ,may your family find peace through this difficult time, thinking of you all may he rest in peace Jim and Sherry Yoder
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