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James LARKINS Jr.

1960 - 2020

James LARKINS Jr. obituary, 1960-2020, Dayton, OH

BORN

1960

DIED

2020

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Littleton & Rue Funeral Home and Crematory

830 N Limestone Street

Springfield, Ohio

James LARKINS Obituary

LARKINS, Jr., James My name is James J. "Jimmy" Larkins Jr. and I had Down Syndrome. I was 59 years old and died on January 2, 2020. I was born in Dayton on July 16, 1960. My dad, James J. Larkins Sr. died on January 2, 1985 and my mom, Rose Marie (Keferl) Larkins died on February 6, 2007. I have three sisters, Julie (Greg) Anderson, Patti (Roger) Peck and Kim (Jules Kampman) Larkins and a little brother, Michael (Kathy) Larkins. I had a big family with lots of people who loved me. I worked at Kuntz Rd. Sheltered Workshop for 35 years and I loved my friends there and my paycheck too. After that, I went to U.R.S. (United Rehabilitation Services) in Dayton for about 1 1/2 years until I began feeling the effects of dementia. I lived in two group homes; one for 25 years and the other for a short time. I then moved to 10 Wilmington Place memory care, because many people like me get Alzheimer's Disease. They took very good care of me and I made many good friends there too. I got sick with the flu on Christmas Day which turned into pneumonia and I just could not get better. Then I moved to Hospice of Dayton and the nurses and staff there took very, very good care of me. One day, at Hospice, I had some cousins visit me and as usual, everybody had a good time. My brother and sisters stayed by my bedside all the time. They never left me so I wouldn't be alone by myself. I had a good life. I learned a lot and loved bowling, basketball and swimming in Special Olympics. I taught a lot of people about compassion, humility and ABILITIES. A celebration of my life will be held at 1:00 p.m. Saturday, January 11 in the chapel of Calvary Cemetery, Dayton. In lieu of flowers, please donate to United Rehabilitation Services of Greater Dayton or Hospice of Dayton. I was a happy man!

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Published by Dayton Daily News from Jan. 9 to Jan. 10, 2020.

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Dallas Lynch

January 12, 2022

I didn't get to work with Jimmy for very long, but I will still never forget him. You're not supposed to have favorites, but jimmy sure was mine. His cheer was contagious. He loved singing along with his cd's and Grease. He also was always there with a pat on the back or a hug if you seemed down. I am truly blessed for having had him in my life, I hope I was able to help him even as half as much as he did me.

January 23, 2020

We too have a special brother, Bobby, who is autistic. I was very touched by how the family composed the obit for their beloved Jimmy, Carol Raines Gasho Yellow Springs Ohio

Kathy Blalock

January 11, 2020

My deepest and most heartfelt condolences to Jimmy's family i had the pleasure of taking care of Jimmy when he was a resident at Red bluff group home.May Jimmy rest easy.Sincerly Kathy B.

January 10, 2020

Julie and Patty,
It's been a lot of years, since I have seen or talked to you. I just happened to see Jimmys obituary, sad because you have lost an angel on earth, but God has gained one in heaven!

RIP, Jimmy!!

Kathy Michel Christner and Patty Michel

January 10, 2020

I did not know James, but now I feel like I do. Rest easy and continue to smile.

Pat Stromp

January 10, 2020

Patti and Family,

Jimmy was a loving and friendly person. I remember your mom bringing him into work sometimes. He always had a hug for everyone.

What a wonderful family, to have supported him thru the years. Prayers are with you.

January 10, 2020

How wonderful this message is I like some of the others teared up reading this life story. Thank you. What a wonderful lesson on how to love and be loved in this crazy world, I'm sure this world is a better place because of Jim and all his family. God Bless

January 9, 2020

I'm a 65 year old man and this made me tear up also. I check the obituaries everyday and something made me read Jimmys. Such a neat way to do this and it sounds like he had a wonderful life, family and friends. God bless all of you.

January 9, 2020

I am a 70 year old man and I don't tear up easily but this touched me. Thank you for sharing Jimmy's life. He was a "happy" man and you were blessed to have him in your life. You have my deepest condolences.

Judy Lobingier

January 9, 2020

I didn't know James but what a beautiful fulfilling life he seems to have led. I'm sure he touched many people in his life with his love of life. We could all learn a lesson from James about making the best of life despite any challenges we may face. God bless James and all those who loved him.

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Celebration of Life

1:00 p.m.

chapel of Calvary Cemetery

Dayton, OH

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