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James Couzins Obituary
1940 - 2020
James Michael Couzins passed away peacefully on Friday, August 28, at the age of 80, with his family by his side. Jim was born on February 14, 1940 in Cincinnati, Ohio to John and Geneva Couzins. The second of five sons, he was preceded in death by his parents and younger brother Tom. Jim was a graduate of McNicholas High School and earned a master's degree in education from the University of Cincinnati. He proudly served in the United States Marine Corps and retired from the Ohio State Board of Education. Jim enjoyed both coaching and watching his four boys play sports- and later enjoyed watching his grandchildren's sporting events. He was an avid woodworker and looked forward to spending his winters in Bradenton, Florida. He is survived by his devoted wife of 51 years, Joanne; and their four sons, Jim (Julie) Couzins, Michael (Kelly Kirk) Couzins, John Couzins, Patrick (Brandi) Couzins. He was blessed with many loving grandchildren, Emily, Ryan, Danny and Jake Scianna; Kayla, Holli and Alie Kirk; Joey, Grace and Charlie Couzins. Jim was also survived by siblings, Jack (Pat) Couzins, Jerry (Jone) Couzins and Bill (Mary) Couzins- along with many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Michael's Catholic church in Worthington on Wednesday, September 2, 2020 at 10am. A burial service will follow at Resurrection Cemetery in Lewis Center. In lieu of flowers, donation may be made in Jim's name to Kobaker House Inpatient Hospice Care or LUNGevity.donordrive.com to help the fight against lung cancer. Condolences may be made to the family at www.rutherfordfuneralhome.com
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David Case
September 1, 2020
Rest in love Mr. Couzins
Kate Heidenescher
September 1, 2020
Joann and family,I am so sorry to hear of Jim's passing.
You will all be in my prayers.
Dan Garrick
August 31, 2020
To the Couzins family
On behalf of the students, faculty, administration and alumni of Saint Francis DeSales High School please accept my our deep condolences on this beautiful soul.
To those who have been blessed to interact with the Couzins' family it is readily apparent that they were impacted by a loving Mother and Father who instilled the values of faith, family and friends. Jim Couzins was a proud Patriarch who with his loving wife instilled values of loyalty and hard work into their children.
Please know that the Saint Francis DeSales High School community holds you in our prayers during these difficult days. May you find Christ's peace in the warmth of your memories and the love of your family and friends.
Eternal Life be granted to him O Lord and may perpetual light shine upon him.
Peace and God's Blessings
Dan Garrick
Principal
Saint Francis DeSales High School
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