James Insley Obituary

James D. Insley

James David Insley, 74, of North Baltimore, formerly of Benton Ridge, met his Lord and Savior and reached his eternal home in Heaven Monday, January 19, 2026, at Bridge Hospice Care Center in Findlay.

He was born March 24, 1951, in Findlay, to George and Delores (Dukes) Insley. James married Vicki Treier, March 1973, and she preceded him in death.

James was a Vanlue graduate and attended Findlay College, where he earned his master's degree. He was a member of St. Mark's United Methodist Church, where he enjoyed helping with the live nativity. He served as a Sunday school teacher and coached baseball and track. Additionally, he enjoyed gardening as a personal interest. James helped his children raise rabbits for their 4-H projects for nine years. He took great joy in attending and supporting his children's and grandchildren's activities throughout the years. James's career included roles as a teacher, dairy farmer, and factory worker before he eventually retired from Lowe's Distribution.

His faith in God was very important to him. James was an amazing father and husband, known for his strong work ethic, selflessness, and deep love for his family.

Left behind to cherish his memory are his children, Scott Insley, Jamie (Angee) Insley, Jason (Jean) Insley, Kim (Scott) Kisseberth, Brian (Shari) Insley, Kathryn (Chris) Murray, Jennifer Stark, Heather (Derek) Kuhlman, Keith (Asia) Insley, and Chelsea Insley. He was blessed with many grandchildren, Avery, Drew, Grant, and Grace Insley, Brittany (Chris) Pecora, Morgan (Josh) Ream, Nathan (Ashleigh) Insley, Cassidy, Callie, and Carson Kisseberth, David, and Julia Insley, Faith, Mason, Blake, and Autumn Murray, Ava Keller, Jaiden, Cameron, Gavin, and Devin, Aedan, and Kyra Insley, Logan, and Austin Gilbert, McKinley, and Spencer Kuhlman, Gwen, Maverick, and Amelia Insley, Teegan Insley, Harper, and Landree Finkbeiner; and great-grandchildren, Blaire, Abram, Lyla, and Kate Pecora, Keaton, Beckett, and Gannon Ream, and Asher Insley. In addition, he is also survived by his siblings, Joan Hannah and John (Sandy) Insley.

James was preceded in death by his wife, Vicki, and both his parents, George and Delores.

Friends and family may visit from 5-8 p.m. Friday, January 23, 2026, at HUFFORD FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 1500 Manor Hill Rd., Findlay, (419-422-1500). A continued visitation will be from 10-11 a.m. Saturday, January 24, 2026, at St. Mark's United Methodist Church, 800 S. Main St., Findlay, OH, 45840. The funeral service will begin at 11 a.m. at the church with Pastor Dan Metzger officiating. Interment will follow at Benton Ridge Cemetery.

Online condolences may be expressed to family at www.huffordfh.com.