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He was born on November 12, 1947, in Anderson to Charles and Mary (Wentz) Hahn and has lived in Anderson since 1997. Jim was a graduate of Alexandria-Monroe High School-Class of 1965 where he played Tiger basketball, baseball and football all 4 years in each sport. He served his country in the United States Air Force and was honorably discharged with the rank of Sergeant in 1973. Jim retired from Guide-Lamp in 2003 after 37 years of employment. He was member of the American Legion and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. He continued to be a supporter of Alexandria Tiger Athletics and was a fan of the New York Yankees and the Indianapolis Colts. Madeira Beach, Florida was a favorite vacation spot of Jims. Jim was a man of quiet strength and was selfless in placing others before himself. He successfully raised his 3 children during some challenging times and was the #1 fan of his grandkids.
Survivors:
6 Children- Danielle Hahn Geer, Chad (Francesca) Hahn, Chris (Cathy) Hahn, Jennifer (Denard) Johnson, Jeremy (Amber) Johnson, Kristina (Jacob) Buston
Grandchildren-Nathan Hahn, Reed Hahn, Graham Geer, Taylor Hahn, Morgan Turner, Tyler Johnson, Courtnie Johnson, Lucas Buston, Ellie Buston
2 Brothers-Phil Hahn and David Hahn,
Jim's extended family includes his wife Karen's siblings and their spouses
Several Nieces and Nephews
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife of 26 years-Karen (Folsom) Hahn in 2024, Sisters-in-law-Wanda Hahn and Debbie Skaggs Hahn.
A time of sharing and remembrance for Jim will take place at 2 pm on Saturday, February 22, 2025, in the Owens Funeral Home, 412 North Harrison Street, Alexandria. Military honors will follow the service. Cremation will then take place. The Hahn family will receive friends from 12 Noon to 2 pm prior to the sharing time.
Memorial contributions are suggested to the Alexandria Tiger Readers Program, c/o Alexandria Elementary School, 308 West 11th Street, Alexandria, IN 46001 or envelopes will be available at the funeral home.
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Larry Stafford
February 21, 2025
Jim was a member of my graduating class, a fellow tiger, and a good friend. We had the opportunity to play 3 sports together. He played center on the basketball team and I played a forward position. No one ever told me, but Jim shared with me that some of our opponents thought we were brothers, perhaps because of our blonde burr haircuts. I had the opportunity to play golf with Jim a few times later in life. We had a great time catching up and sharing some memories of our high school days (at least the ones we could remember). My condolences to Jim's family. He was one of the good ones!
Deborah Gurney
February 20, 2025
He was a very nice man
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