James Raymond Servais

James Raymond Servais, age 62, of Maumee, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 3, 2023. Born January 20, 1961, in Toledo, Ohio, Jim married the love of his life, Ruth, in 1985 and together they raised two daughters, Libby and Emily. His family came first in his life. He was a devoted husband, father, and friend.

Jim had an infectious smile and loving sense of humor. He was both fearless and humble as a friend and coworker. Highly respected for his inventive intelligence, he was known for his inspiring work ethic and for his loyalty, straightforwardness and dedication to those he loved.

Jim was an electrical engineer by profession, and this worked its way into everything he did.  He attended Maumee High School and then the National Institute of Technology in Michigan. He worked at RōBEX until the day he passed, where he helped develop the company from its early stages and is credited with some of the company’s patents. Jim previously worked at Kaufman Engineered Systems for many years, where he made a great impact and made many lifelong friends.

Outside of work, Jim had many passions that included restoring classic cars; renovating his family’s historical home; being the best father, friend and teammate imaginable to his daughters; and kicking back on the water at their cottage with their dogs. Jim was thorough in everything he did, never cutting corners when there was a right way to do things. Jim was beloved by his community, was a mentor to many, and a rock to his girls, to whom he will always be a hero.

James is preceded in death by his father, Don Servais; and brother, Marty Servais. He is survived by his wife, Ruth Servais; daughters, Libby (Stephan Stubbins) Servais, and Emily (D.J.) Yark; grandchildren, Sloan Elizabeth Yark, Elliott James Stubbins, and one more on the way in December; mother, Alice Servais; and siblings, Don (Dianna) Servais, Steve Servais, and Linda (Tom) Byers.

Friends and family are invited to celebrate Jim’s life and enjoy a luncheon in his honor on Thursday, August 10, beginning at 11 a.m. at Toledo Country Club, 3949 River Rd, Toledo, OH 43614 (an informal presentation will begin at 12 p.m. and the gathering will end at 2 p.m.). Interment will be private.  Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of the donor’s choice.