James A. Wammes, 61, passed away at his home surrounded by family on May 21, 2015. He was born on August 21, 1953 in Fremont, the son of Clarence, Jr and Rita (Keller) Wammes. He was a 1971 graduate of St. Joseph High School and received his associate’s degree in Marketing from Terra Community College in 1973. Jim married Teresa Rich on June 29, 1979, at St. Joseph Church in Fremont.
Jim is survived by his wife, Terry Wammes; children, Andrea (Michael) Widman, Adam (Laura) Wammes and Kevin Wammes, all of Fremont, OH and Stephanie Wammes, Milwaukee, WI.; mother, Rita Wammes, Fremont, OH; grandchildren, Zoie, Jacoby and Averie Widman, and Reese Wammes; siblings, Dennis Wammes, Fremont, OH, Carol Shoemaker and Matthew (Lisa) Wammes both of Catawba Island, OH; and 18 nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his father, Clarence Wammes, Jr. and baby sister, Martha Wammes.
Jim was employed by Port Clinton Lumber Company for over 15 years. He then worked at Ohio Department of Transportation, District 2 at the Fremont location, in road maintenance and Account Clerk retiring after 23 years on December 31, 2014.
In his early life, Jim enjoyed hunting, skiing, and boating. Later he enjoyed fishing, traveling, landscaping, barbequing (especially barrel chicken) and building his train sets. He coached youth football for many years at St. Joseph School and enjoyed attending his son’s baseball games. He was very active with his daughters’ activities, building sets for the SJCC drama productions. He was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, SJCC Booster Club, Bingo worker in the 80’s, past member of the Republican Century Club and K of C Club. Jim was known for telling a great story and his keen sense of humor. He loved to spend time with his family, friends and especially his grandchildren.
Visitation: Monday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St., Fremont, OH with a vigil at 7:30 p.m.
Mass of Christian Burial: Tuesday, May 26, 2015; 11:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 702 Croghan St., Fremont, OH. There will be an hour of visitation at the church prior to the service. Fr. Michael Zacharias and Fr. James Halleron will concelebrate.
Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery
Memorials: St. Joseph Church and United Way Cancer Care Fund
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Dave Langenderfer
Terry and family, I am sorry to hear of your loss. Jim was a good man and he will be missed.
Mike and Rosie Widman
Terry, Adam, Kevin, Stephanie, our sweet daughter-in-law Andrea, Jim’s Mom Rita, and to Jim’s family and friends,
Mike and I are so sorry about Jim passing away. He gave a good fight to try to beat his illness. But now he will never suffer anymore and will be able to watch you from up above. Jim was a wonderful, caring and funny person, and Mike and I are delighted we got to know such a great man. Terry, you and Jim raised 4 amazing children and my son Mike is so lucky to have met Andrea. He sure will miss flipping chicken and drinking beers with Jim. That was a special “men’s” time for them. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this sad and difficult time. If you need anything, just ask.
With deepest sympathy,
Rosie and Mike (Widman)
Denny and Kim Jenkins
Terry, we are so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. We have many good memories. Prayers for you and your family.
Nick and Shelley Stover
Very sorry for your loss. It is a difficult time for family and friends. I hope that the presence and support of the people surrounding and praying for you bring you solace. My condolences.
Janet Oatman Balmut
Matt, so sorry for your loss. Will be praying for your family. Jan
Kimberly Keller McCleese
My heart felt sympathy to the entire family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. I will cherish all the memories we had at the Keller get togethers. He will be missed by all who knew him.
Kevin & Laurie Hilliker
We are praying for your family at this time of great loss. May you find comfort and peace in the stories and memories you share.
Linda & Lenny Smith
We will so miss this dear friend. Love and peace.
Brad Fox
Terry and Family,
So sorry to hear of the loss of Jim. I had the pleasure to work beside him for several years at ODOT. Jim had a great sense of humor and was someone I really enjoyed being around. The Wammes family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Myra McElveen
Terry both Dennis and I are so sorry. God be with you and your family at this time and through the future without Jim. God Bless.
Katie Daubert
Steph and Family, I’m so sorry for your loss! It was way too soon, but know that God has a plan and he was in need of your Dad. Treasure the happy times and know he’s always with you and looking down on you.
vicki
Terri and Family, Everyone who knew Jim, knew FAMILY was what HE was all about. Terry and Jim raised a beautiful Christain family and Jim was very proud of his family. What a great tribute to him! His legisy lives on! My prayers to you all