James “Jim” R. DeVolder, 69, of Fremont, OH passed away at his home on Thursday, April 23, 2015. He was born on June 9, 1945 in Fort Benning, GA, the son of Eden R. and Phyllis M. (Sowers) DeVolder. Jim was a 1963 graduate of Bowling Green High School and received a Bachelor of Science Degree from Bowling Green State University.
Jim served in the U.S. Air Force during the Vietnam War and was awarded the National Defense Service Medal. He worked for the City of Fremont as a Foreman in the Water & Sewer Maintenance Department for twelve years. He previously worked for the Laborers Local 500 as a construction union laborer for fifteen years.
Jim was a member of the Elks in Port Clinton, OH, the Fremont Eagles, the Clyde VFW and the AMVETS. He enjoyed vacationing in Florida, fishing, hunting and anything outdoors.
Jim is survived by his companion, Patricia “Pat” R. Zepernick, Fremont, OH; Pat’s children, Deborah Freimuth, Hamilton, OH, Darla Embry, Norfolk, VA and Denise Segelquist, Deer Park, TX; sister, Mary K. Hynds of Champaign, IL; nephew, RJ Hynds, Champaign, IL and niece, Vanessa Hynds of Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents and an infant daughter.
A Memorial Service will be held for Jim at a later date.
Memorials can be made to United Way- First Call for Help.
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Bob Hahn
My thoughts and prayers are with you Pat and also with Jim’s family!
May he RIP!
Judy Sockman Scherff
So sad to read this. Our parents were the best of friends. I have known Jim since we were little kids. My sincere sympathy. Judy Sockman Scherff.
Doug and Peggy Householder
We were so sad to hear about Jim . His Dad was my pitching coach–started when I was in Little League and 7 years old. Jim was my catcher !! We all had a lot of fun together. I have many wonderful memories. Other memories include when we were at wrestling practice and Jim did a forward roll (like a cheerleader) onto the mat and said “Bowling Green High School now presents our Varsity”
Then Norm Geer and I ran out. Even Coach Chambers smirked a little! The three of us still had to run laps for being late though! I dearly loved Jim and his family.
Mary, if you read this I would love to have you give me a call (970) 689-0223. We live in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Our sincere condolences to Jim’s companion and family.
Love,
Doug and Peggy Householder
Pamela and David Eilrich
Pat, family and Jim’s family,
David and I were so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. We know he had suffered with multiple health issues. Pat you all are in our thoughts and prayers.
Carol Ash
So sorry to hear this news…
I was a classmate of Jim in High School , he did not know me well. I wanted to give you my
condolence.
Bill Hershey
I knew Jim from my Terra Tech days. May he rest in peace.
Dick Hoffman
Our thoughts and prayers to Pat and all the family. May God give peace and comfort to all.
Marilyn Ohl
Pat, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you, your family and Jim’s family.
Shelly
Pat,
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. We will miss him, but glad he is pain free!
Prayers to you and family!