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With heavy hearts and deep sorrow, we announce the passing of James Robert Fanning on December 3, 2025, at the age of 72.
He fought a short battle with cancer. Known to his family and friends as Jim, he was born in Waco, Texas, to Bob and Mary Fanning. He will be deeply missed by Jane, Bill, John, his brothers, and his sister. He had a large family of nieces and nephews who all loved having him around. Jim brought kindness to everyone he met. His love of Zeus and Lucky ( his 2 dogs ) was very deep. His family will be doing a Celebration of Life at Marion's Piazza 3443 N Dixie Dr, Dayton, OH 45414
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John Fanning
Yesterday
Jim was an amazing person. Very humble
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Amelia
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Jim was an amazing guy he was always there for my dad they were the greatest of friends, always there for the family. Anyone who needed Jim m he would come right away.
Susan Williams and Chris Miles
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Jimmy you will be free now you can go see Zues
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