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James "Jim" Edward Sponseller
1957 2023

James "Jim" Edward Sponseller

May 27, 1957 — September 30, 2023

James "Jim" Edward Sponseller, 66, of Massillon, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family on September 30, 2023. He was born on May 27, 1957 to Carol (Cordier) and the late John Sponseller in Canton, OH. He was a 1975 graduate of Marlington High School and graduated with honors earning a degree in Economics from the University of Akron. He married Kristie A. Greene on August 11, 1990, and they shared 33 very happy years together until his passing.

Jim worked for Farmer's Insurance and later owned a National Property Inspections franchise. He was a champion athlete, an avid golfer, and enjoyed playing the guitar. Jim was known for his infectious smile and loved people and animals. He served his country honorably in the Ohio Army National Guard. He will forever be remembered as a devoted and loving, husband, father, son, son-in-law, brother, uncle and friend.

He leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife, Kristie; his daughter, Theresa Seixas; his grandchildren Hunter and Natalie Seixas; his mother Carol Sponseller; his brother John (Mary Ann) Sponseller; his sisters Patricia (Jeff Ryan) Feigle and Nancy (Jeff) Rothermel; his mother-in-law Paula Calcaterra; his sister-in-law Kerrie Greene and a host of nephews, family and friends. In addition to his father, Jim was preceded in death by his son-in-law, Jason Seixas.

In keeping with Jim's wishes, cremation has taken place and a private Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. Donations in Jim's memory can be made to a charity of one's choice. To leave messages of sympathy and support go to www.paquelet.com.

Paquelet & Arnold-Lynch Funeral Home & Crematory - 330-833-3222


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