James James II Obituary
Jim was born on May 25th, 1958 in Napoleon, Ohio, to James James and Virginia (McVetta) James. He graduated from Liberty Center High School in 1976 and worked in road construction, spending the majority of his career as a paver operator until his retirement in 2018.
On August 30, 1981, he married Deborah (Nye) James at St John Lutheran Church, Freedom Township going on to have 3 children, James III, Jordan, and Mariah.
Jim enjoyed spending his summers boating on the Maumee River with their incredible friends, spending his vacations in Florida on the Gulf Coast, and had a passion and talent for building and remodeling the homes that he lived in.
He is survived by his wife, Deborah; his mother and father, Virginia and James James, Englewood Florida; his brother, Ron (Kue) James, Washington DC; his son, James (Elizabeth) James, Carefree, AZ; daughter, Mariah James, Brighton, England; and his granddaughter Pepper Jordan James. He was preceded in death by his son Jordan James (28).
Services will be held privately and we invite you to consider supporting your local hospice in honor of the support they shared with Jim during his illness.
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David and Rhonda Huddle Family
November 6, 2022
Our family is praying for your family´s peace and strength. Our deepest sympathies to you.
Sharon and Larry
October 23, 2022
Losing a child is as if someone has cut a piece of your heart away. Only God can fully help you slowly recover but never forget.
Ken/Cinda Sonnenberg
October 23, 2022
We are very sorry about your loss! Our thoughts and prayers are with the James family during this difficult time!
Mike and Shelby Rasey
October 23, 2022
Deb & Family, we are so sorry for your loss. Mike has a lot of fond memories of Jim--dating back to high school-- from cruisin' in his orange Camaro to hanging out at the Maumee River in the summer time. His infectious, unique laugh will always be remembered.
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Rose Outcalt & Casey, Rick & Nathan Morgan
October 23, 2022
Very warm hugs of comfort from us to Virginia, Jess, and the entire family...praying for comfort and peace for you all. Love from Rose, Stacey, Casey, Rick, & Nathan
Tom and Cathy Vorwerk
October 22, 2022
So very sorry to hear about Jim's passing
...our prayers go out to you Deb and all your family. and we pray for God's blessings of comfort and strength when you need it most. In deepest sympathy, Tom and Cathy
Jan Stover
October 22, 2022
We are sending sincerest condolences to Deb and the entire family. May God bring you peace and comfort.
Sara Rastocan
October 21, 2022
So sorry for your loss hug and prayers goes to both you Jess and Virginia
Bob & Sharon Becker
October 21, 2022
So very sorry Virginia & Jess. My Mom always said you should never have to loose a son or daughter. The pain will last forever, but the good memories will prevail. Our thoughts are with you, Jess and your family. Bob & Sharon
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