• Home
  • Our Services
    • Burial Options
    • Cremation Options
    • Personalization Options
    • Monuments
    • Send Flowers
  • About Us
    • Our Staff
    • Our History
  • Planning Ahead
  • Planning a Funeral
    • Meaningful Funerals
    • Meaningful Choices
    • Guides and Resources
    • Songs for Memorial Tribute Videos
    • Resource Kit
  • Obits & Guestbook
    • Share Obituary on Facebook
  • FAQs
  • Pricing
  • Pets
  • Contact Us
Logo

For Immediate Assistance, Please Call - (419) 332-6409

Leave us a review

13 Condolences

James C. Lauer “Jim”

Lauer James

James “Jim” Charles Lauer, 74, of Fremont, OH passed away at his home on Monday, September 17, 2018. He was born February 8, 1944 in Fremont, the son of Joseph G. and Helen (Reineck) Lauer. He was a 1962 graduate of St. Joseph Catholic High School.

Jim served in the U.S. Navy as a Hospital Corpsman from October 10, 1962 until October 7, 1966 and received the National Defense Service Ribbon and Good Conduct Medal.

Jim worked as an installer at Spieldenner Floor Covering from 1966 until 1999. He was an active member of St. Joseph Catholic Church where he was an usher for many years. He was also a member of the Fremont Elks, K of C and American Legion. Jim enjoyed fishing, gardening and playing cards. He was a member of SJCC Booster Club working many events. He was an avid Ohio State and Cleveland Browns, Indians and Cavs fan. The best times of Jim’s life were spending his winters in Fort Myers Beach, FL with his buddy, Larry. He also enjoyed spending time on Lake Erie at Put-In-Bay and fishing on the Friendship IV.

Jim is survived by his siblings, JoAnne (Patrick) Colgate, Naples, FL, Judi Hughes, Olmsted Twp., OH and John (Alison) Lauer, Fremont; nieces and nephews, Bill, Ken and Bob Colgate, Andrea James, Alissa Abdoo, Brad Lauer, Erika Williams, Monica Bringle and Joshua Lauer.

He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Joseph Lauer; brother-in-law, Daniel Hughes; nephews, Gary Colgate and Brian Lauer; life-long friend, Larry Kramer.

Visitation: Friday from 4 p.m to 7 pm at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E State St., Fremont, OH.

Mass of Christian Burial: Saturday, September 22, 2018; 10:00 a.m. at St. Joseph Catholic Church, 709 Croghan St., Fremont, OH with Fr. Jeff Smith officiating.

Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery, Fremont, OH

Memorials: SJCC Alumni and Friends

Offer Condolences for the family of James C. Lauer “Jim”

Send Flowers

Print Obituary & Condolences Print Obituary & Condolences

Filed Under: Obituaries, Uncategorized

Condolence Messages

  1. Shelia Goon Hineline

    September 20, 2018 at 3:07 am

    So sorry to hear this. I seen him a few months ago and I hadn’t seen Mr Lauer for 23 years he was quick to say hello. He didnt remember my name but remembered I use to work at Buds. Larry and Jim were great guys to talk about high school football with.

    Reply
  2. Associated Buyers Inc.

    September 20, 2018 at 1:01 pm

    To the Family of Jim Lauer

    May loving memories bring comfort to you in this time of sadness.

    He will be greatly missed here at Associated Buyers in Fremont, Ohio. Always enjoyed talking with him and hearing of his proud feelings for his family.

    With Deepest Sympathy
    Associated Buyers Employees and Their Families
    Edward, Sandra and Donald L. Schultz

    Reply
  3. Karen Sawyer

    September 20, 2018 at 1:33 pm

    John, Alison, & family, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your brother. Sending prayers for all.

    Reply
  4. John and Brenda Havens

    September 20, 2018 at 1:41 pm

    John, Allison and Family,
    I am so sorry to hear about your brother’s passing. I have many memories of Jimmy working at Spieldenner Carpet One. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!

    Reply
  5. Ernestine Baker-Hall

    September 20, 2018 at 3:59 pm

    So sorry to hear the news of your brother, whom I met while in Fremont. My condolences.

    Reply
  6. James Kale and Family

    September 20, 2018 at 6:37 pm

    We are so sorry to hear of the loss of John. You are in our thoughts and prayers. He will be missed.J

    Reply
  7. Marcia (Siler) Rogers

    September 21, 2018 at 2:53 pm

    Jim was always there for our class lunches and a great supporter for our reunions. I am so sorry I cannot be there this weekend but I will be remembering him and the family in my prayers. He truly will be missed!

    Reply
  8. Mary Jane (Gabel) Schroeder

    September 21, 2018 at 4:35 pm

    So very sorry and sad to learn of Jim’s passing. He was a very good friend to everyone who knew him. He was a loyal supporter to the class of ‘62, always willing to help in anyway he could. Always came to our frequent lunches. We will all miss him. My prayers are with all of you. Wish I could pay my respects to Jim’s family but I am visiting my daughter in the state of Washington. God bless. Rest In Peace Jim

    Reply
  9. Izzy Gonzalez

    September 21, 2018 at 6:02 pm

    I remember Jimmy Lauer as a fun loving kid back in the day.
    I am happy to remember him as he always was smiling and genuine caring of people.
    Izzy gonzalez

    Reply
  10. jerry missey

    September 21, 2018 at 9:21 pm

    Jim was the best of childhood friends. With great fondness I remember the many adventures we had together in our younger days through grade and high school and beyond. Playing softball, horse shoes, croquet, chinese checkers and pinochle at Birchard Park in the 50’s. Little league baseball, Jim played second base. Hanging out at Bob Warner’s store and Jungle Bunnies, basket ball at Jocko’s, listening to the Indian’s ball games on radio, watching steam engines and putting pennies on the tracks at the Napoleon and Jefferson street railroad tracks, sledding at Spiegel Grove, snow ball fights and forts, white bass and bull head fishing in the Sandusky river and perch fishing at Lake Erie, swimming at Roger Young Park, riding bikes to Tiffin and all over Fremont, learning to drive cars, substituting for each other’s paper routes, altar boys together, classmates through all the grades at St. Joe’s. Family visits and friendship with the Lauer’s and my family .
    Over the years of our lives Jim kept me up to date by phone about all the Fremont news. A true, life long friend indeed.
    Jim had a friendly smile and a kind word for every one. He was a complete Fremont and St. Joe loyalist. He kept track of all the class mates and their doings and was in on organizing many reunions. A real people person.
    It was great times and Jim was a great, loyal and very dear friend. Thank you Jim for all the wonderful and beautiful memories you made for me and all your many friends.
    I love you Jim and miss you.
    JoAnne, Judi and John thank you for being there for Jim. It’s a sad loss for all of us but fond memories will always remain for Jim.
    Your friend,
    jerry

    Reply
  11. Ron and Betty Rodenhauser

    September 21, 2018 at 10:53 pm

    Our sincere sympathy to the Lauer family. Always enjoyed covering Cleveland Indians and SJCC sports with Jim. Could count on seeing him at 818. Sorry we are not able to pay our respects as we will be in Florida. Sending prayers. Rest in peace, Jim.

    Reply
  12. Ken and Dianne Durnwald

    September 22, 2018 at 9:09 pm

    John, Allison and family sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. We are out of town and just found out. Sending prayers. Rest In Peace.

    Reply
  13. Paula Fausey Green Valley, AZ

    September 24, 2018 at 3:50 am

    Dear Family,
    May God comfort you with His loving presence during this sad time. Jimmy was a friend to everyone. His spirit will live on in your hearts along with all of us in his class. Keeping all of you in prayer.

    Reply

Leave a Condolence Cancel reply

Please share your message of condolence with the family, It will be visible to the public but your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

How do I send a condolence?

First, locate the condolence form to the left and below any other condolences. Then you will need to fill out some basic information prior to typing your message. (We will not share your e-mail address with anyone). Once you are finished typing your message, simply click the submit condolence button. It may take up to 24 hours for your message to appear. We also provide a Tell-A-Friend feature located at the top of this column. This form allows you to send the obituary to a friend. This is particularly helpful to someone who may live out of town.

Share This Obituary

  • This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.

Video: How To Add An Obituary To Facebook

How-to-add-obits-in-facebook Click on the image above to access the video and the step by step instructions.

QR Code

Use your Smartphone to scan the QR Code below to access this page on your phone.
Wonderly Hovart Hanes
425 E. State St.
Fremont, OH 43420-4256
Phone: (419) 332-6409

Connect with Us

RSSTwitterFacebookYoutube
Hovarth Hanes
211 N. Broadway St.,
Green Springs, OH 44836
Phone: (419) 639-2771

Learn More About…

Funeral Options
Cremation Options
Planning Ahead

Association

Fremont, Ohio Area

Fremont Ohio
June 3, 2023, 12:21 am
Mostly clear
Mostly clear
71°F
sunrise: 6:01 am
sunset: 8:59 pm
 
Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St., Fremont, OH 43420, United States - Phone: (419) 332-6409
Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 211 N. Broadway St. , Green Springs, OH 44836, United States - Phone: (419) 639-2771
Copyright © 2023 Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. , All rights reserved.

Contact | Directions | Obituaries | Funeral Pre-Planning | Site Map | Fremont, Green Springs Cremation and Funeral Services | Website by FRM Websites