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James Yencer Obituary
LIMA — James E. Yencer, age 72 of Lima, passed at 3:34 p.m., Friday, April 3, 2020 in Lima. He was born December 23, 1947 in Bryan, Ohio to the late H. James and Bonna M. Alexander Yencer, Jr.
Mr. Yencer was a graduate of Lima Senior High School and retired as a maintenance electrician from the U.S. Government. He was a U.S. Navy Veteran and a member of the American Legion in Edgerton and Spencerville. Jim was a war gamer. He loved history, being part of the reenactment during the bicentennial, help founded the Cival War reenactment group and worked on and in movies to help with the accuracy of 'Glory', 'Gettysburg', and 'God's Generals'.
He is survived by his adopted sisters - Tammy (Ken) Smith of Elida and Melai (Randy) Ritchie of Cridersville; and several nieces an nephews.
Due to restrictions of the COVID-19 virus, private family services will be held. His cremated remains, along with his fathers, will be taken to sea by the U.S. Navy.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Rita's Hospice.
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John Chambers´s
August 28, 2024
Jim was a great friend and. Amazing historian
Ron Miller
April 6, 2020
Good Memories of our High School Days Very Good Friend. You will always be remembered.
Sally Boedicker
April 5, 2020
I would like to extend my sympathy to the Yencer family regarding Jim's passing. He and I became friends when the tank plant reactivated in the mid 70s. As life often does, it took us on separate paths and we lost touch. May the Lord bless and comfort you at this sad time.
Tamara Finch
April 5, 2020
Jim's passing leaves a hole in our monthly luncheons. His sense of humor, bright smile and friendship will be missed. Rest in Peace my friend.
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Karen Shaw
April 5, 2020
We view your loss with deep pain but relief that your pain is gone. Prayers and sympathy to your family. Jerry enjoyed your calls.
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