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James Mace Obituary
Jim Mace, 81, passed away after a couragious battle with a long illness, August 14, 2010.
Born in Akron, he was a life time resident of Lakemore. Jim retired from General Tire with 35 years service and was an honorary life time member of Army Navy 273, two term Govenor of Mogadore Moose 1082, and a member of the Airport VFW, AOH, and Eagles 555. He will always be remembered for his sense of humor, kindness and helping ways, volunteering to do what ever needed to be done.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Georgie and brother, Robert. He is survived by his loving family; daughter, Patricia (Leroy) Swinehart; sons, Robert and James Jr.; loving companion of 26 years, Diane Archer, and her son, Bill Hooker; grandchildren, Michele and Damon Ferguson, Melanie Swinehart and her fiance Michael Luke; great-grandchildren, Andrew, Aileena, Avery, Cavan, Alivia, and Mychal; sister, Jane Ann (Joseph Racke) Kahlor; brothers, Donald (Judy) and Steve (Marylouise); and many other dear relatives and friends.
Visitation Tuesday 6 to 8 p.m., with Moose Ritual Team Service immediately following at 8 p.m.,at the Hecker Funeral Home in Uniontown, where funeral services will be held Wednesday 11 a.m., with Harry Stewart officiating. Burial Hillside Memorial Park. Memorials may be made to the Lakemore Fire Dept. or Hospice of Visiting Nurse Service, 3358 Ridgewood Rd., Akron, OH. 44333-6118.
Hecker 330 699-2600
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Dave & Jackie Burkett
August 18, 2010
I wish that I would have had more time to get to know hin.I really enjoyed the few conversations that we had. He was a very kind individual and our deepest heartfelt condolences goes out to Diane, Billy and the rest of the family. May he rest in peace.
Brenda Wood
August 17, 2010
Diane & family, My deepest sympathy to you, family and many friends of Jim. His smile and great sense of humor will truly be missed. I'm am very glad to have known him. May he rest in peace.
Terrie Morgan
August 17, 2010
To the Mace family - our deepest condolences on the loss of such a wonderful man. Sincerely, The Charles Morgan Family
Sylvia Spragg
August 17, 2010
Diane, so sorry for your loss. I know you must be having a hard time right now. Just try to remember all the good memories and all the wonderful years you had with him.
Love ya
Sylvia in Fl.
Bob Schneckenburger
August 17, 2010
I knew Jim from my many years with the Lakemore Police Department and Moose Lodge. Jim was a big part of the Police Departments fund raisers held each year. He provided his services from planning the event to grilling the food. He was a good man and a good friend. He will be truly missed.
Tammie Cox
August 17, 2010
Diane & Family, I know that you know how much I love both of you. I am so sorry for you are going through right now but I also know all the wonderful memories that we all have. God Bless!
Thinking of you,
Jennifer Scott
August 17, 2010
Please know that a former Akronite is thinking of your family at this time. We look forward to the time our Creator said he will 'Swallow up death forever'. (1 Cor 15:26) His promises are a guarantee. We will see him again.
Jim & Mary Angerstien
August 17, 2010
Diane and Mace family were are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
David Laird
August 17, 2010
Diane we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Jim was a wonderful man I will miss talking with him at the VFW and Moose .We spent many mornings chatting.David & Denise Laird
David&Denise Laird
August 17, 2010
Diane sorry for your loss.Jim and I spent a lot of time at the VFW and Moose talking through the years.He will be dearly missed.David & Denise Laird
Buzz and Becky Krager
August 16, 2010
Dear Diane and Family,
Jim will be truly missed by all of us. He was a kind man, with a great sense of humor. Our thoughts and our prayers are with you.
Claudine Davis
August 16, 2010
Diane and Billy, My heart goes out to you for your loss. Mr. Mace was a wonderful and caring person I will miss him but, I will always cherish the memories. God be with you now more than ever.
David and Kim Price Eileen Phillips
August 16, 2010
Diane, we were so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. We will never forget the fun times we had at camp with you 2. Thunderbird lane didn't know what hit them when we were all up there!!! For him and my dad to have found each other after 40 years was wonderful. Jim was an amazing man, and he will be missed by many many people. God Bless you and you will always be in our thoughts....love you
Joe and Nancy Turner
August 16, 2010
Diane, we are so sorry to hear of Jim's death. We enjoyed knowing the two of you and will fondly remember the good times we shared.
Patty Cross
August 16, 2010
Mel,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family have our condolences.
Patty, Beau, and Bo Cross
Portage Lakes, Ohio
Jennifer Scott
August 16, 2010
Mr. Mace was a man that was well loved by many. He is one that God remembers even now. His son Jesus will call him soon and Mr. Mace will answer when he rises from his nap. We will see him again.
Roger & Joy Pressler
August 16, 2010
Diane your "LOVE" has left behind thousands of precious moments that you will cherish and live in your heart forever.
"Uncle Jim" is at peace and will be with open arms when you meet again.
Jim was a great man and all who knew him will never ever forget the generosity, great times and laughs he shared with everyone.
Jim will be missed so much by all his family and friends.
We our honored to have such good memories that will live in our hearts forever.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time.
"I will miss you good buddy til I see ya again" Roger
Tami (Platt)Petersen
August 16, 2010
Dear Diane and Family,I am so sorry to hear about Jim.He was a very sweet and kind man and loved by many.I know how hard this is for you and I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers.I will always remember him teasing Tazz and how much she adored him.It was a privilege to have known him,God Bles You.
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