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James Orville Zilles

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James Orville Zilles, 89, of Fremont, OH passed away at his home with his wife at his side on Monday, June 4, 2018. He was born April 16, 1929 in Fremont to Orville and Doris (Ridley) Zilles. He was a 1947 graduate of Fremont Ross High School.

James served in the U.S. Navy during the Korean War and was awarded the National Defense Service Ribbon; United Nations Service Ribbon; Korean Service Ribbon (1 Star) and Navy Occupation Service Ribbon (Asia).

James met Anna M. Wyss in 1982 and made her an honest woman on August 29, 1992 in Las Vegas, NV and she survives. He was employed over the years at A&P and Eckrich. James co-owned Zilles Market with his first wife on Ohio Avenue, Hillside Tavern, and Little Bar on the Prairie for many years and sold the establishment in 1996. James was a member of Grace Lutheran Church, the VFW and American Legion. He loved life to its fullest, he was a diehard fan of the Detroit Lions and Tigers, loved old cars and young women.

James is survived by his wife of twenty-five years, Anna M. Zilles, Fremont, OH; children, Andrea (Jay Reeves) Bender, Wellington, OH, Cindy Smith, Akron, OH and Michael (Sally) Zilles, Boston, MA; grandchildren, Brandy (Ryan) Chittester, Rocky River, OH, Jameson Smith, Akron, OH, Carmen Zilles, New York City and Adam Chagnon, Fremont, OH; great grandsons, Broderick and Zachary Chittester.

He was preceded in death by his parents; infant brother, Richard and brother and sister-in-law, Galen and Anne (Eckhardt) Zilles.

Visitation: Thursday from 4 to 8 p.m. at Wonderly Horvath Hanes Funeral Home and Crematory, 425 E. State St. Fremont, OH 43420.

Service: Friday June 8, 2018, 10:00 am at funeral home with Lay Associate Minister Maureen Pump officiating.

Burial: St. Joseph Cemetery with Military Honors provided by the VFW and American Legion.

Memorials: Grace Lutheran Church, Alzheimer’s Association or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital

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  1. Steve Zilles and Karen Talbert

    June 5, 2018 at 8:09 pm

    Sorry for your loss. You have our deepest sympathy.

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  2. Kelly Lentz

    June 6, 2018 at 12:19 am

    Anna, I am very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. You have my condolences. May your memories comfort you during this difficult time.
    Sending prayers
    Kelly Hickle-Lentz

    Reply
  3. Sharon Lewis

    June 6, 2018 at 10:37 am

    Anna and family,
    My deepest sympathies and prayers for comfort.

    Reply
  4. Margaret Mcgrath

    June 6, 2018 at 12:35 pm

    Anna,,

    So sorry for you loss.

    Margaret McGrath
    NDC

    Reply
  5. Fr. Ernie

    June 6, 2018 at 12:36 pm

    In the scriptures Joshua said: “This is my command—be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid or discouraged. For the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.” Joshua 1:9 (NLT) Just remember “God blesses those who mourn, for they will be comforted.” Matthew 5:4 (NLT) You may have sorrow now, but you will see Jim again, and your hearts will rejoice, and you will be filled with joy as you two will sit with the Lord. God’s Love and Blessings Fr. Ernie…

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  6. Mark Menhorn family

    June 6, 2018 at 12:52 pm

    Anna,I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a great all round guy and I have good memories of the time I’ve spent with him and the family. You have my sincere condolences. If I can help in any way , please let me know.

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  7. Valerie Drenning

    June 6, 2018 at 1:02 pm

    Anna,

    My deepest sympathy and condolences to you and the family. So sorry to hear about Jim’s passing.

    Valerie Drenning

    Reply
  8. Chris C

    June 6, 2018 at 1:30 pm

    I am deeply sorry for your family’s loss. The God of all comfort will help you to cope during this difficult time. (2 Corinthians 1:4)

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  9. Gaye Crawford

    June 6, 2018 at 2:10 pm

    Anna,
    My deepest condolences to you and your family.
    Gaye

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  10. Renee Williams

    June 6, 2018 at 2:16 pm

    Anna,
    So sorry to hear of your loss. Sending prayers for you and your family.

    God Bless

    Reply
  11. Linda Orndorff

    June 6, 2018 at 2:30 pm

    So sorry Anna to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a good man. May God bless you at this sad time.

    Linda Orndorff

    Reply
  12. Deb Slane

    June 6, 2018 at 2:42 pm

    Anna and Family so sorry to here about Jim sending prayers for comfort

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  13. glenn weyant

    June 6, 2018 at 2:55 pm

    Annie we are so sorry to hear of the death of Jim Spent many hours playing euchre at the Prairie with him marilyn and glenn weyant

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  14. Denielle Rittinger

    June 6, 2018 at 3:38 pm

    Anna,

    Please accept my condolences. May your memories and experiences comfort you during this difficult time.

    Sincerely,
    Denielle

    Reply
  15. Margaret Maimone Medzie

    June 6, 2018 at 3:50 pm

    Anna, so sorry for your loss. Know you and your family are in our prayers. May James rest in peace.

    Reply
  16. Christina Young

    June 6, 2018 at 9:26 pm

    Annie,
    So sorry for your loss. Prayers for peace, strength and healing.

    Reply
  17. Donna Parasiliti

    June 7, 2018 at 4:05 am

    So sorry for your loss Anna. My prayers are going out there for you .

    Reply
  18. Kay Biller

    June 7, 2018 at 6:12 pm

    so sorry to hear about Jim we had so many good memories from the Little Bar. Lots of fun evenings. Sorry I lost track of you guys. God bless you and help you get through this difficult time.

    Reply
  19. Kathy Yuzwa

    June 8, 2018 at 12:09 am

    Anna and family,
    So sad to hear of Jim,s passing. This time is very difficult, but you will find comfort from those around you and thinking of you and Jim. We enjoyed his and your company, to few times together, but memorable.
    Prayers and thoughts.
    Kathy and Dave

    Reply
  20. David Zilles

    June 8, 2018 at 1:18 pm

    I have very fond memories of Uncle Jim growing up. I will miss him. I’m sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

    Dave Zilles

    Reply
  21. Cathy Zaleski Ruiz

    June 8, 2018 at 2:53 pm

    Anna Sadened to learn of Jims passing. I always liked working for him and Charlie at the bar. Beautiful photo tribute and obit. May you find comfort in memories and knowing he is at peace.

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  22. Queenie and Cyndi Johnson

    June 8, 2018 at 11:25 pm

    Annie
    We are so sorry to hear that we lost our friend and long time neighbor. Morrison St wasn’t the same without you both.
    We are praying for you…..

    Reply
  23. Joanna Valentine

    June 20, 2018 at 12:50 pm

    Dear Anna,

    I pray that you will soon be free of the grief and pain and sunshine pours over you in abundance with beautiful memories of years past.

    Jim’s pain is gone. Let peace and happy memories continue to give you comfort during this difficult time.

    You have support, so reach out when the load gets heavy. We will be here for you.

    Hugs

    Reply

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