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James Techau Obituary
Born in Akron January 29, 1961, Jim was the son of Wallace and Dorothy Techau. He was a graduate of Firestone High School. Jim was a lifelong resident of Akron, where he was father to two sons and a daughter, a Boy Scout leader, and an active member of the Moose Lodge.
Jim worked most of his adult life as a glazer installing and repairing windows and other glass systems for residential and commercial clients including serving as field supervisor and project manager for several firms. He was a tireless worker who took pride in doing the job right. An outgoing person always able to strike up a conversation with those around him, he was extremely generous and was always willing to give of himself to help those he saw in need.
Preceded in death by his mother, Dorothy, and sister, Jeanne Louise; he is survived by his father, Wally; children, Christopher (Maureen), Lisa, and Jim "Jimmy" Jr; grandchildren, Noah and Carly; brother, Paul (Mary); sisters, Kathi Michaels and Anne (Kathleen) Techau.
Services will be held 12 Noon TUESDAY at the Billow FAIRLAWN Chapel, 85 N. Miller Rd., with Rev. Peter Mills officiating. Interment at Rose Hill Burial Park. Friends may call at the funeral home MONDAY, from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. Memorials may be made to the Boy Scouts of America.
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Nate Hirt
November 20, 2015
He was always the life of the party and made me feel welcomed around him. I miss him very much.
Jim Hofbauer
November 19, 2015
So very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. I knew him from Grace Lutheran many years ago.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
God welcomed him with open arms and said,
"Welcome, Home my good and faithful servant" with a smile on his face.
jim hofbauer
November 17, 2015
Thinking of you with love Kathi. Rhonda
Jason Price
November 16, 2015
My family meet Jim through his involvement with scouting. Our sons went through cub scouts together and now boy scouts. He would strike up a conversation with anyone. He had a way of brightening ones day through his quick wit, stories that he would tell, and the presence that he exuded. Everyone that he spoke to has had their life enriched in so many immeasurable ways. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. He will be missed, but always fondly remembered.
Diana Paige Sheeks
November 15, 2015
I was not friends with Jim in school although knew of him all throughout elementary school thru high school. We just didn't have the same friends. Then he and I connected on Facebook after I could not confirm his contact info for our 30th HS Reunion. What a gem in a man I missed all those years of not knowing him better! I got to know him thru private messages and his posts, and then he offered to help with our next class reunion. He had such a great interest in others and helping everyone succeed in their endeavors. Jim worked in glass. My son is a glass major in college. Jim offered to help him in any way he could and always asked me how my son was doing and showed such interest. I sure wished I could have worked with him on our next reunion and could have known him years earlier. He is already missed by so many and will continue to be remembered by so many people. I'm very sorry you lost him so quickly and without warning. He'll miss out on his grandchildren and so much going on in all your lives, but please know he talked about you all on Facebook all the time and loved you all so much. He's still there with you all each and every day. You have my sincerest condolences. What a great guy!
Lisa Michaels-Gray
November 15, 2015
Jimmy was a very dear friend. I have so many happy memories of our teen years and was so fortunate to reconnect with him on Facebook. Jimmy kept his great sense of humor and quick wit through all the obstacles that came his way. I was blessed and honored to call him my friend. Prayers for his family and friends. I will miss him.
Tommie Roden
November 15, 2015
I worked with Jim at Medina Glass. He was one of the good ones. He will be missed by all that had the pleasure to know him.
Joe Wojno
November 15, 2015
Jim was always a friendly person with a genuine spirit. I was very surprised and saddened to learn of his passing. My sincere condolences and prayers for his family.
Lesli Eisenhart
November 15, 2015
Ann & Family- We all spent several summer VBS years at Grace. May you find comfort in your faith. May the wonderful memories fill your hearts as you share those stories and may the Peace of Christ lift you all as you begin this new journey.- Nikki Eisenhart- FHS -85
Ruth Grimmett
November 15, 2015
You were a truly kind person and a great neighbor.I appreciated how you always helped out my folks whenever they needed you.Prayers and sympathies to your family.
The Staff of Billow Funeral Homes
November 15, 2015
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
Linda Rumbaugh
November 14, 2015
Jim, you will be truly missed by your entire family.
Steve Horvath
November 14, 2015
To Anne and family, So sorry for your loss. Love and Prayers. Steve and Bobbi Horvath
November 14, 2015
I know this family loved him very much. I remember when Anne brought him to our house and he gravitated to the piano. He made all the kids laugh and get so excited! RIP Jim. Dave and Shelly
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