James A. French

James A. “Jim” French age 86 of Maumee, OH passed away on Wednesday, December 21, 2022, in his home surrounded by his family. He was born June 5, 1936, in Maumee where he lived his entire life. Jim was raised by Cecil (Fisher) and Cack French. “Frenchie” loved playing softball throughout his life, camping, cooking, going to the Elks but most of all, he loved spending time with his family. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend to many. He will truly be missed.

Jimmy is survived by his daughter, Cindy French; sons, Ron (Betsy) French and Rich (Alicia) French; grandchildren, Josh Albreath, Andrea Saldana, Veronica and Abbey French, Major Richard (Tony) French, Nicki Donaldson; stepdaughter, Pamela (Gary) Kile and step-grandchildren, Ret. Lt. Col. James (Kim) Topping, Andrew (Roxanne Anthony) Topping, Stephanie (Eric) Michaels; 4 sisters, Helen Dennis, Non Robeson, Ila Myers; twin brother, John (Carol) French, Karen (Fred) Hall and many cousins, nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his Wife, Claudia and brother, Vernon.

Family and friends will be received at the Maison-Dardenne-Walker Funeral Home, 501 Conant St., Maumee on Thursday, January 12, 2023, from 4-8 PM with a scripture service at 7:00 PM. The funeral Mass will be held St. Joseph Catholic Church 104 W. Broadway St. Maumee on Friday, January 13, 2023, at 10:30 AM. Interment will follow at St. Joseph Cemetery. Memorial contributions maty be made to Promedica Hospice 10220 Waterville St, Whitehouse, OH 43571. Online condolences may be shared at walkerfuneralhomes.com.