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James HEATHMAN Sr.

1940 - 2016

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1940

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2016

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James HEATHMAN Obituary

HEATHMAN, Sr., James Brooks Age 76, of Centerville, passed away on October 28, 2016. He was born in Dayton, OH on April 10, 1940 to the late Frank and Dorothy Heathman. James graduated from Oakwood High School in 1957 where he earned his nickname "Teke" and then attended The Ohio State University. He proudly served in the Army Reserves. James retired from Reynolds & Reynolds after 32 dedicated years. He loved classic cars and spending time outside, especially camping at "Hillside Haven" while his kids were young. James is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Nancy; children, Lisa Heathman and Jimmy Heathman; grandchildren, John, Bradly, Josh, and Maddie; great-grandchildren, Layla and Lilly; sister, Lyn McGee; and nephew, Bob Rhein. A gathering of friends will be held from 10:00am-12:00noon on Saturday, November 5, 2016 at Routsong Funeral Home, 2100 East Stroop Rd., Kettering. Condolences and other remembrances may be sent to the family at www.routsong.com.

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Published by Dayton Daily News on Nov. 3, 2016.

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March 8, 2017

As a small child,living down the block from the Heathman's,I remember Jimmy shooting hoops with friends in their driveway. Parked on Delaine was the family's '55 Chevy Bel Air. His mother was a close friend of my mother's. To his wife & family, I hope they find strength in each other as they struggle with the loss. My apologies for not posting this earlier. P. Martin, OHS class of '70.

Sharon Miller Hoerner in NC

November 6, 2016

Nancy - I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was such a good guy and so much fun. I will miss his emails. So many memories from our teen years. My prayers are with you and your family.

Peg Hater

November 5, 2016

Nancy,Lyn & Family, I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Jim will be missed by so many friends. You are in my prayers.
Peg DeMarse Hater

Tom Andrew

November 3, 2016

I was so very surprised and sorry to hear about Jim. I remember when I used to see you two at many of the car shows. You had a green 38 Chevy with a matching cart for your grandson. It was such a sweet memory. Thinking of you at this very difficult time. Tom Andrew

Joe and Alee Steuer

November 3, 2016

Jim will be missed by many. His humor and smiling face was always welcomed by all at the Irongate offices. Nancy, you and your family will continue to be in our prayers and we wish you peace.

Dell Kaser

November 2, 2016

Irongate sure will miss Jim's smiling face! May you be comforted in knowing that he was loved by his Irongate family! Our prayers are with you & your family>

Pamela Perkins Ellis

November 1, 2016

Nancy I was shocked to see this, my heart and prayers go out to you and your family.

April

November 1, 2016

I am so sorry for your loss. Jim will be remembered as such a sweet and caring man. He will be truly missed! Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

dana

November 1, 2016

Nancy, I am so very sorry to hear about JIm. What a wonderful kind man. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family.

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