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James Reichley Obituary
James Robert Reichley, 66, of rural Rawson, passed away Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, at Blanchard Valley Hospital, Findlay.
He was born Nov. 2, 1957, in Bluffton, to Robert and Irene (Rettig) Reichley. He married Debra Moneer on Oct. 16, 2004, and she survives.
James is also survived by three children, Amanda Reichley of Findlay, Melissa (Jonathan) Fischer of Grafton, Wisconsin, and Brandon Reichley of Jenera; stepson, Christopher Crosby of Wakefield, Michigan; brother, Kevin (Lisa) Reichley of Rawson; sister, Janice Reichley of Findlay; eight grandchildren, Elijah, Simeon, Emma, Esther, Corah, Stephen, Josiah, and Silas; two stepgrandchildren, Zachary and Matthew; and several nieces and nephews.
James was a 1975 graduate of Cory-Rawson High School and retired from Cooper Tire and Rubber Company in 2012 following 39 years of service. He was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church. James was an avid carpenter, loved fishing, camping, spending time with his children and grandchildren, and playing the banjo. He was also a member of The Brothers of the Third Wheel.
James' funeral will be 11 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 27, 2023, at Trinity Lutheran Church, Jenera, with Pastor Matthew Nowak officiating. Burial will follow at Arlington Cemetery. Visitation will be 2-4 and 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 26, 2023, at Crates Funeral Home, Arlington, and 10-11 a.m. Wednesday at the church.
Memorials can be directed to Trinity Lutheran School or charity of the donor's choice.
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Rick, Connie & Uncle John
December 24, 2023
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