James D. Myers

James “Jim” D. Myers, age 82, passed away at home on Friday, June 12, 2026, in Upper Sandusky.

Jim was born on June 6, 1944, in Upper Sandusky, to Clifton Burton and Esther Pearl (Yeater) Myers. He was once married to Joanne Case on April 10, 1965.

Jim is survived by his daughter Wendy (Andy) Vent of Forest, son Rob Myers of Marion, 7 grandchildren, Morgan (Stephen) Whitaker of Kenton, Bre (Marcus) Pelfrey of Upper Sandusky, Drew (Denise) Vent of Plant City, FL, Bailey Myers of Carey, Kendall Myers of Upper Sandusky, Taylor Myers of Marion, and Addyson Myers of Marion, 18 great grandchildren, and sister Ginny (Charlie) Jones of Harpster.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Albert “Jumbo” Myers, Tom Myers, sisters Maxine Biglin, Frances Lawrence, Edna Bohlen, Peg Biglin, and Ann Cornish.

Jim graduated from Upper Sandusky High School in 1962 and worked at NAPA Auto Parts in Upper Sandusky until he retired on December 31, 2014, after 40 years. He was known as the “best parts man in Wyandot County.” More recently, Jim helped Don Wilson on the farm.

Jim was a long-time member of the Moose Lodge #1093, Elks Lodge #83, Eagles, and AMVETS Post 777. Jim was an avid driver, loved NASCAR – especially Jeff Gordon, and he enjoyed bowling, watching the Bengals, and the Buckeyes. Jim was especially proud of all his grandchildren.

A funeral service for Jim will be held at 1:00 pm on Wednesday, June 17, 2026, at the Lucas-Batton Funeral Home, in Upper Sandusky, and will be officiated by Pastor Steve Sturgeon. Burial will follow at Lee Cemetery in Van Lue.

Visitations will be held from 11:00 am – 1:00 pm on Wednesday, at the funeral home prior to the service.

Memorial contributions may be made to Lucas-Batton to assist with funeral expenses and can be sent to Lucas-Batton, 476 S. Sandusky Ave. Upper Sandusky, OH 43351.