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James Bechtol
1936 - 2019
James Bechtol
1936 - 2019
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BORN
1936
DIED
2019
James Bechtol Obituary
He was born on October 30, 1936, also in Florida, Ohio, to Everett and Ethel (Shawver) Bechtol. Jim worked for the Campbell Soup Company as a quality control inspection. He was a lifelong member of the Florida United Methodist Church. Jim enjoyed playing cards, collecting coins and numerous trips out west.
He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Nannette; sons, Richard (Vanessa) of Florida, Ohio, and Robert of Phoenix, Ariz.; granddaughters, Cori, Kathryn and Erin; brother, Bill Bechtol; and sister-in-law, Marna Lou Bechtol. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Jack.
Visitation will be held at the Florida United Methodist Church, Florida, Ohio, on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, from 11 a.m. until the time of services at 1 p.m. Interment will follow at the Florida Cemetery, where military honors will be afforded.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Henry County Humane Society or Gideons. Online messages and condolences may be shared with the family at rodenbergergray.com.
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Peggy (Yant) Thatcher
October 28, 2020
Hi Nan........Thinking of you & family at this time. Know you are in my thoughts & prayers.....
Peggy......706-814-1953
November 5, 2019
Never forgotten, happy memories
Linda Hamman
November 3, 2019
RIP Jim Bo..Thoughts and Prayers go out to The family of Jim..God Bless and Comfort u During this Difficult time..
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Peggy Thatcher
November 3, 2019
Nan, I'm so sorry to see that your husband James passed.I've thought of you often & our times that we lived on Perry St. I'm living in Ga. with my Husband Bob & Daughter Amy. Prayers for Comfort & Peace. Maybe we can get together sometime when we are visiting Family in Ohio.
Take Care.....Hugs......Peggy Yant Thatcher & Family
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