James F. Myers Sr.

James F. Myers Sr., 97, of Massillon, passed away October 8, 2024.

James was born on July 5, 1927, in Belaire, OH to the late Charles and Hazel (Newson) Myers. He worked for many years as a machine operator for Republic Steel. James was a Deacon at Friendship Baptist Church of Massillon. He enjoyed flower gardening, especially roses.

James is survived by his children, Deborah (Kevin) Taylor, James (Kathy) Myers Jr. and Patricia (Frank Kirby) Elward; stepdaughters Ruth Maxheimer, Debbie Bennethum, and Rowena Kippenhan; 16 grandchildren and a host of many other relatives and friends.

In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by his wife, Neoma Myers; stepdaughter Mary Huey; great-grandson Jarron Stagg and eight siblings.

Visitation will take place on Friday, October 18, 2024 from 12PM – 1PM at Friendship Baptist Church, 920 3rd St. SE, Massillon, OH 44646, where funeral services will be held at 1PM. Pastor Troy Richardson will be officiating. Burial will follow in Rose Hill Memorial Gardens.

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