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James Southward

Bellville, Ohio

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James SouthwardBELLVILLE: James Southward, 65, of Bellville, died Saturday, March 30, 2013 at MedCentral Mansfield. Born October 28, 1947 in Mansfield, he was the son of Marion and Helen (Holzmiller) Southward. James was currently the Richland County EMA Directors and was a member of FEMA and...

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Yesterday I was cleaning a box of old "things" kept from early childhood and high school. I ran across the article from the Mansfield News Journal about Jim twirling fire batons and more. Jim was a tremendously positive influence on the band members, I can only imagine the many others he touched in his life. It was taken much to quickly, leaving a huge gap in the hearts of many. I for one will never forget his laugh and the ornery twinkle in his eyes. Never think you don't have an...

I remember Jim from high school. He was an outstanding representative for the class of 65. I am shocked to hear of his passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you. A good man will be sorely missed.

Tom Mapes

To All of Jim's family. My prayers go out to you. Jim was a great man that I had the privilege to work with for many years and I could truly call him a great friend. He will be greatly missed by many.

Jim's contributions to the Emergency Management field will never be forgotten. My prayers go out to his love ones during this very difficult time.

To the family; Thank you for sharing your love one with us directore of Emergency Management. He will be missed, but in a better place. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Jim was such a strong man. Day after day I watched his progress here at the Laurels and I can proudly say he is one of our favorites. He will be greatly missed by many. Wishing Jim's family peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts. Niki Gray (Laurels of Norworth)

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever. Jim touched a lot of lives in his years. He will be your guardian angle! Our thoughts are with the family.

Jim was a man who cared for his community and for the best for society. We worked with him on the Crisis Intervention Team where he was an invaluable resource of knowledge and compassion. Our prayers go out to his family. Dr. John and Martha Jorden

To Jim's family, I am so sorry for your loss. It was my privilege to work with Jim at 911, he was always kind, hard working and dedicated to serving the public. He will be missed.