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James Napier Obituary
Sept. 7, 1958 – Aug. 22, 2016
CULVER - Jim Napier, 57, of Culver, died on Aug. 22, 2016 at the Hospice House of South Bend.
Jim was born to the late J.C. Napier and the late June (Garn) Napier Sirus on Sept. 7, 1958. He grew up in Culver and attended Culver High School along with the CMA Woodcraft Camp in the summer. He was married to Barbara Crow on July 2, 2005.
Jim was a former employee of Biomed of Warsaw. He enjoyed gardening, nature, animals, music and traveling to serene places. He loved his family.
Jim is survived by his wife Barbara; daughter Denise (Seth) Ruggles; sons Todd (Rachel) Napier and Neil Napier; stepchildren Natalie Wilson and Jeremy (Kelly) Hinkle; seven grandchildren; two stepgrandchildren; and one great-grandchild. He is also survived by a brother, three sisters, and several nieces and nephews.
The family is planning a "Celebration of Life" at a later date.
Memorials contributions may be made to the Hospice Foundation of Marshall County.
Condolences may be sent to the family via the obituary page at www.odomfuneralhome.com.
The Odom Funeral Home, Culver, is assisting the family.
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Janet Roberts
October 27, 2017
We shared a summer romance years and years ago. So sorry to learn of the loss.
--J.G.--
Julie Sherwood Nichols
August 25, 2016
I'm so sorry for your loss. I am praying for comfort for the family. He will be missed.
Vickie Barrier
August 24, 2016
Thanks for the memories cuz. Rest in heaven love ya !
Susan Napier Stecher
August 24, 2016
I will miss you, little brother....and it gives me much comfort knowing you are done with all the pain and suffering you had to endure
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