James Richard Pontious

1951 - 2024

James Richard Pontious

1951 - 2024

BORN

1951

DIED

2024

James Pontious Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 3, 2025.
James "Jim" Richard Pontious, 73, of Perrysburg, Ohio, passed away on December 30, 2024, at Mercy Hospital after a short illness. Born February 20, 1951, in Toledo, Ohio, he was predeceased by his parents Earl and Betty Pontious, wife Carol, and brother Robert.

He is survived by his children, Bryan Pontious of Durham, NC, and Dawn Pontious of Lexington, SC; siblings William Pontious, Ann L. Disher (Larry Sr.), and Beth A. Clingo (Charles); and nieces and nephews Christine, Larry Jr., Pattiann, Lisa, Shawna, Shannon, and Andrea and one grandchild, Tyler.

Per his wishes, Jim's body was donated to science.

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