James Richard Dunham, 71, of East Liberty/Middleburg and formerly of Waynesville passed away Thursday, April 23, 2015 at his residence.
He was born in Dayton, Ohio on November 4, 1943, the son of the late Earl and Catherine Dunham.
He is survived by his wife, Louise (Inskeep) Darling Dunham whom he married on March 1, 2002, and children; Rick (Helen) Dunham of Fairview, TX, Julie Mathews of Okeana, OH, Travis (Mai) Dunham of Mason, OH, grandchildren; Valerie, Michael, Sarah and Richard Dunham, Nate, Jose, and Bethany Mathews, and Matthew, Tyler and Alexis Dunham, his siblings; Patricia Combs Brannaman of Middletown, OH, Polly Erisman of Waynesville, OH, and Dan Dunham of Brookville, IN, special friends; John Horsley, Colton Lowry, and Ty Inskeep.
After graduating from college, James worked as an accountant before coming back home to work in the family business, Dunham Hatcheries in Waynesville. He was always so very proud of his family, including his grandchildren.
In accordance to James’ wishes, there are no planned services.
James was also very passionate about helping children and therefore memorial contributions may be made to any youth charity of the donor’s choice.
Eichholtz Daring & Sanford Funeral Home, West Liberty assisted the family with arrangements.