James A. Meyer Sr.

James A. Meyer, Sr. age 77, of Whitehouse, Ohio left this world March 31, 2016. James was born November 27, 1938 in Sylvania to LeRoy and Elizabeth (Lizze) Meyer. He loved gardening, flowers, woodworking and back scratches. His favorite flower was the Iris (the poor man's Orchid). If you needed it built he could do it. James loved to tell stories and always had the best ones. He was an avid Steeler fan. While serving in the army he was a sharpshooter. James retired from TARTA after 27 years.

James is survived by his wife of 58 years, Nancy; children, Susan and Anthony. Loved and missed by his grandchildren, Monica, James, Alexandria and Skyann and great grandchildren, Arabella and Dylan. James was preceded in death by his parents, daughter, Laurie; son, James, Jr. as well as his siblings.

The family will receive guests Tuesday, April 5, 2016 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Newcomer Funeral Home - SW Chapel, 4752 Heatherdowns Blvd. (419-381-1900). Funeral Services will begin Tuesday at 2:00 pm. at the funeral home.

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