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JAMES QUAINTANCE
FREMONT — James "Jim" E. Quaintance, 82, passed away on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at Valley View Healthcare Center. He was born on October 8, 1934 in Gibsonburg to Curtice and Margaret (Carl) Quaintance.
Jim was a 1952 graduate of Gibsonburg High School. He was an Associate Professor at Terra State Community College for almost 30 years until he retired in 1999. He was a member of the Moose and The Knights of Columbus.
Jim was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and was also a member of the Blessed Sacrament Confraternity. He enjoyed playing cards and being on the golf course in his free time. Jim knew no stranger because he could make friends so easily and would always lend a helping hand to others in the community. Jim loved being a grandfather and attended any event that his grandchildren had. Jim will be remembered as a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather and friend.
On June 19, 1954, he married Dorothy Blechinger, whom preceded him in death on January 1, 2012.
Together, they had 6 children; John (Lisa) Quaintance of Elida, James A. (Janet) Quaintance of Clyde, Joseph (Connie) Quaintance of Fremont, Lorianne (Mike) Stull of Fremont, Teresa (Chris) George of Columbus and Denice (Chris) Hirt of Fremont.
On January 19, 2013, Jim later married Barbara Ronski and she survives. Also surviving are 18 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren and brother, Carl Quaintance.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Robert Quaintance, Paul Quaintance and Virginia Fisher.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, February 19, 2017 at the Herman-Karlovetz Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Fremont from 2:00-8:00 p.m. with a vigil beginning at 7:00 p.m.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be offered on Monday, February 20, 2017 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Fremont, at 10:30 a.m., with Father Michael Zacharias officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Bishop Hoffman Catholic Schools tuition assistance or SJCC Boosters.
To send an online condolence or to view Jim's tribute video, please visit: www.hermanfh.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for James Quaintance
Steve Spieldenner
February 25, 2017
To the Family of Jim Quaintance,
Jim was always so happy, warm and really excited to see all those he knew. I have nothing but great memories of Jim and wish the family our sympathy and Prayers!
Shirley E Kanan
February 22, 2017
To the Family
This was one of the most beautiful people I have known in my life. He & his family were our neighbors & 1 of his daughters and mine were friends. He truly did not know a stranger. God knew what he was doing when he shared this gentle person with us.
You all are in my heart and my prayers at this very sad time.
Shirley E Kanan
Greg Harrison
February 20, 2017
Joe,
So sorry to hear this news.He was certainly one of a kind.Had the ABSOLUTE pleasure of working with him for an entire summer.It was part of some kind of Co-op deal through Terra.He was there to learn about some of the new technology.I think he got it backwards.We all learned more than he ever did.Don't think they could have molded a better teacher than Jim.He will surely be missed by many people.
February 20, 2017
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. He was such a joy to be around. We will miss him. God bless, Doug and Deb Gallagher
Viki Hill
February 19, 2017
Barb, you have my deepest sympathy at this time. You and your family are in my prayers. God's peace be with you.
Viki Hill
Kevin Kuns
February 19, 2017
Jim was the best instructor I ever had. He knew how to make any subject easier to understand. He had a real God given talent for teaching, and keeping the listener interested. He will be deeply missed, but I will always remember the lessons he taught me. He made the Terra Automotive Program the best. Thank you Jim, and God Bless. Kevin Kuns.
Bob and Sue Kreienkamp
February 19, 2017
Dear Barbara and family, we just found out about Jim's passing. You have our deepest sympathy. So sorry that Bob and i cannot attend. We are in Florida.
February 18, 2017
We just heard of Jim's death. We are so sorry for your loss. What a funny man and happy to have him as a brother-in-law. Dave & Susan Omlor
Jeanne Kerr
February 17, 2017
A special man,great neighbor and friend to my family and others! He will be missed!
Doug EDWARDS
February 17, 2017
I enjoyed his auto classes at Terra Tech. A fast talking encyclopedia of automotive knowledge. A very likable fellow.
Sandy & Glen Watson
February 17, 2017
Barb & Family,
Our sincere sympathy goes out to you and the family.
Lee and Sharon Bowden
February 17, 2017
Lee and I were sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our thoughts, prayers and Deepest Sympathy to all the family!
Linda Gegorski
February 17, 2017
Sincere sympathy to all the family with prayers/thoughts!!
SHARON VALLE
February 17, 2017
JIM WAS A WONDERFUL FRIEND AND FELLOW WORKER FROM TERRA. WE WORKED TOGETHER FOR MANY YRS AT TERRA COME TO BE GOOD FRIENDS.
PRAYERS FOR HIS FAMILY.
A GOOD MAN, GOOD MEMORIES NEVER FORGOTTEN
The SMITHS'
February 17, 2017
So sad to hear about Jim, we didn't get to know him well, but wished we had. My son and him had a great time chatting about the sparrow at a dinner at St Ann. He made my son's evening by having someone there to laugh with and carry on. He was truly a sweet person. Our thoughts are with all of you. Prayers and Hugs.
February 17, 2017
Our sincere condolences to the family at this time of loss...
Karen Glasgow and Patrick Hayes
Don Morton
February 16, 2017
Jim, I am so sorry to learn about your father. I met him a couple of times and could tell without a doubt that he was a good man.
You and your family have my condolences and prayers.
Don Morton
Cindy and Ken Haslinger
February 16, 2017
We are deeply saddened by his passing and we extend our deepest sympathy to his family!!
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