James L. "Jim" Soltis Sr.

1919 - 2011

James L. "Jim" Soltis Sr., age 91, of Parkman, passed away from natural causes on April 23, 2011, at his home, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born July 13, 1919, to Frank and Mary (Kedzuch) Soltis Sr. in Parkman.
Mr. Soltis was a farmer and milk hauler.
James was a lifelong member of St. Edward's Catholic Church in Parkman. James was a dedicated and loving husband to his beloved wife Hazel, for more than 65 years, and he was blessed with "the most loving, perfect wife a man could ask for."
He was an avid sports fan and enjoyed watching the Cleveland Browns and Indians, and Ohio State games. James most cherished watching his family's sporting events. James was a hard-working, productive man who always helped his family any way he could. He most treasured his beloved family and friends.
Survivors are his children, Charlie (Susan) Soltis of Marion, Donnie (Jill) Soltis of Oberlin, Linda (Jerry) Jacobs of Parkman, Gene (fiancée Roxanne Kaufman) Soltis of Huntsburg, and Jimmy Soltis Jr. of Parkman; sister, Bernice Baptie of Burton; 17 grandchildren; 31 great-grandchildren and two on the way; sisters-in-law, Bernice Soltis and Virginia (Karlo) Maki; and brother-in-law, Lloyd White.
James was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Hazel (Hillock) in 2007; brothers, Frank, Emil, and Edward Soltis; sisters, Helen Lee, Agnes White, and Rose Donaldson; and his daughter-in-law, Bonnie Soltis.
Friends may join the family for visitation on Thursday, April 28, 2011, from 3 to 8 p.m. at Mallory-DeHaven-Carlson Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 8382 Center St., Garrettsville 44231.
Please meet at St. Edward's Catholic Church in Parkman for Mass of Christian Burial on Friday, April 29, 2011, at 11 a.m., with Fr. John Burkley officiating. Burial will follow at Overlook Cemetery in Parkman.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Parkman Fire Department, 16299 Main Market Road, Parkman, OH 44080.
Online condolences at www.carlsonfuneralhomes.com.