James R. “Jim” Oakes
February 25, 1946 ‒ September 03, 2017
Nashville, Tennessee
Formerly of Chesterville, Ohio
James R. “Jim” Oakes, age 71, passed away Sunday morning, September 3, 2017 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Jim was born on February 25, 1946 in Coshocton, OH to the late Gene Oakes and Helen (McKee) Oakes. He graduated from Warsaw High School in Warsaw, OH. Jim earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Biology and a Master’s Degree in Guidance and Counseling from The Ohio State University.
On July 30, 1977 Jim married his wife of 40 years, Tammy (Taylor) Oakes. Throughout their marriage, they enjoyed playing together on competitive co-ed softball teams and coaching their two daughters in various sports. Jim spent many years as a high school educator, guidance counselor, and sports coach.
Jim was an active member of his community. He served as a 4-H extension agent, Chester Township zoning board committee member, assisted with the Chesterville Town Council, was a youth league softball coach, YMCA basketball coach and Sylvan Park Paideia Design Center volunteer.
Jim was known for his patience and helping others. He never knew a stranger and was an instant friend to all. He liked spending his time reading, playing euchre, meeting friends for a good meal, and keeping up with the latest technology. He was an avid Ohio State Buckeye fan and a fantastic cook. He and his wife spent the last six years living in Nashville, TN where they enjoyed spending time and traveling with their two daughters and grandson.
He is survived by his wife, Tammy; sister, Jeanne Oakes of Dresden, OH; daughters: Brittany(Jimmy) Petty and Kelly (Chris) Diener both of Nashville, TN ; grandson, Louis Petty; three sisters-in law: Deb (Mike) Nulk of Galion, OH, Cindy (Joney) Adkins of Chesterville, OH and Tracey (Gerald) Parks of Cardington, OH; two nephews, Travis and Kyle (Megan); two nieces, Carrie and Chaz; six great nephews; one great niece; and one great-great niece.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law, William Taylor; and mother-in-law, Jane Taylor.
His family will greet friends from 4pm – 7pm on Thursday, September 7, 2017 at The Pavilion at Harpeth (9090 Highway 100, Nashville, TN 37221) and 1pm-3pm on Saturday, September 9, 2017 at Snyder Funeral Home, Craven Chapel (67 N. Main St., Mt. Gilead, OH 43338). A service celebrating his life will be held at 3:30pm on September 9, 2017 at Snyder Funeral Home.
Donations may be made in Jim’s honor to the Kidney Cancer Association.
Snyder Funeral Homes of Mount Gilead are honored to serve Jim’s family and your condolences may be expressed to them by visiting www.SnyderFuneralHomes.com.
My sincere condolences on the loss of your husband, father & grandfather! You are all in my prayers!
Love and prayers to your family during the loss of such a wonderful man.
Tammy and girls,
Praying that God reaches down and wraps His loving arms around you to bring peace to you during this time of sorrow and missing. Hold close memories to your hearts. He is closer now than he could ever have been. Jim (husband and dad) is with you in spirit. Oh, how he loves you.
Tammy, I am so sorry to hear of your loss, there are no words that anyone can say to ease your pain. Just know that you are in all our thoughts and prayers. Love Charlotte Trowbridge Baker
just heard about the passing of jim a few minutes ago. I know that he is walking with jesus as I write this as he was a man of great compassion and caring for not only his wife, children and family but everyone he came into contact with. I am glad I got to know him through the years and he will be missed I know by us and his family. god bless you all in this time of trials.
I’m so sorry to hear of Jims passing. Jim was such a sweet man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family!
thoughts and prayers for the family. Jim was a great guy and love that I got to know him when he was at cardington. He always had a smile on his face.
I am so sorry to hear if your loss. My condolences and prayers for you and your family during this time.
Please know that we are thinking of your family! Jim was the counselor at Cardington when Roger started there and he mentored Jenni when she became the counselor. What a wonderful man! He will be missed!
The Jury’s
Roger, Jenni, Jordyn & Ried
Sincerest sympathies for you Tammy and for the girls. Prayers for all of you in your time of need.
Tammy, I am so sorry to hear about Jim. He was such a nice man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Our heartfelt thoughts for your family
Jim was such a wonderful man.
Bob and Sue Webb
Tammy and family, We were saddened to hear about Jim. He was such a wonderful man. May you find peace in the knowledge that he is no longer suffering. May his memory be forever in your hearts.
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all.
Thinking of you all. I hope you can find piece in the all the memories you have with such a wonderful dad, husband and grandfather. You are in my prayers.
Tammy and family, praying for your family in this time of loss.
Sorry for your loss prayers for you and your family
I’m so sorry for your loss! He was a good man! The world truly lost a great one!
Tammy, Brittany and Kelly – I am so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. Lots of love and prayers are being sent your way.
Sending prayers to Tammy and the family. Jim is the reason I am a teacher. At a time in my life, when I didn’t think I would be able to attend college, Jim was there to help me…not only with paperwork, but also believing that I could reach my goal of teaching. My love and prayers for comfort during this time of grief.
So sorry for your loss. Hugs and prayers.
Randy and Shelly Kemmer
GOD BLESS U ALL! CONNER FAMILY
Tammy and family sorry to hear about Jim’s passing. I have many great memories of our softball years. Praying for strength and comfort as you go through this . We are in Florida and will not be able to be there.
So sorry for your loss! I worked with Jim while he was at Cardington. He was a great friend and co-worker. He never met a stranger! He made the world a better place. He will be missed! Know you are in our thoughts and prayers!
The Harper Family
Tammy and girls: Please accept our deepest heartfelt sympathy on the loss of Jim. He was a special person in my life as Highland’s Guidance Counselor. He was a good man who will be missed by many.
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you all at this time and praying God’s blessings on you. He was always willing to help anyone in need and will be greatly missed.
Judy & Tony DeIuliis
So very sorry for your loss, Jim had a positive impact on so many people. Always a smile, hug, or handshake was extended by him every time I saw him. She surely will be missed!
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So sorry for the typo. HE not SHE
William and I were so sad to hear of Jim’s passing.He was a wonderful person . May God Bless you and your girls.
Tammy Brittany Kelly and Louis
Jim will be missed by all of us. He was a great friend. I enjoyed coaching with him. Praying for you hope to see you soon.
So sorry for your loss he was a good man! I will never forget the years of him coaching me and taking me to and from the games. Hugs to you all!
I’m so sorry for your loss. What a great man! I was a former student at Cardington. Mr. Oaks always had a smile on his face and spoke of his family often. May God immerse you in his presence and provide a comfort that only he can during this difficult time.
Deepest condolences on your loss! Jim was a great man who touched so many lives!
Tammy my deepest condolences to you and your family on the loss of Jim. He was a great person and a friend to all he met. Prayers to you all for strength and comfort through this very difficult time.
Tammy and Girls So sorry for your loss. Will always remember his kind ways and his smile.
Prayers to you all
Joe and Jill Erb
Dear Tammy, I was so saddened to hear of your Jim’s passing. May the care and love of those around you provide comfort and peace in the coming days. My most sincere sympathies to your family and you. XOXO
Lifting you and your family in prayer at this time and throughout the days ahead.
So sorry for your loss Tammy, Brittany and Kelly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Jim was a wonderful man and he will be missed.
We are lifting you all up daily in our prayers. You know we are here for you. Our hearts are saddened, yet know who we have our trust in. We know where our future is. Find peace in knowing. Find comfort in memories and each other. Gene and Kristi
Tammy,
So sad to hear this. You and yours are in our thoughts.
Ron and Pam
Tammy,
So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. A life over too soon. We will keep good thoughts for you and you family.
Jeff and Gerry Greenwood
Tammy and family. Jim was a wonderful person and we were privileged to know him. Thoughts and prayers.
Tammy and girls, you have my deepest sympathy . Jim was so kind and I feel very fortunate to have known him. Thoughts and prayers to all.
Deb and family
So very sorry for your loss he was an incredible man. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.
We are so sorry for your loss. Jim was a good man always positive and willing to help someone. You and your girls are in our thoughts and prayers. God bless.
Brittany and family, I am so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was such a great man and I will always remember his smile.
Love you
Sam
Teresa and I were saddened to hear of Jim’s passing. I knew Jim as my Freshaman BB coach and friend. He was a good coach and educator, and even nicer man. Our Highland Community was lucky to have him. Condolences to Tammy, Brittany, Kelly and the entire family.
Thoughts and prayers go out to you Tammy and all the family. Jim was a great man.
James and I are truly saddened by this news. Jim was a wonderful neighbor, always had a smile and a good word for everyone. Our hearts go out to the entire Oakes family, but mostly to the women he loved most, Tammy, Brittany, and Kelly. Our heartfelt sympathies and love to you.
Tammy, so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Thoughts and prayers for you and your family…
Jim was one of my first Morrow County acquaintances— he was at the Extension Office when I started at Community Action. Was always happy to visit with him throughout the years at events with the kids.
His smile will be missed by many–
So sad for your loss……
Tammy, Nancy and I just heard last night of Jim’s passing. We are so sorry for your loss. Nancy and I were always impressed with Jim, his love of family, students, sports, his helping nature and genuine friendliness to all. We enjoyed seeing you and Jim at Appalachia Day a few years ago during your HofF induction. May you receive comfort from our loving God.
Tammy and Family, So sorry to hear of Jim’s passing Bub & I are thinking of you at this time of your loss. God will guide you through this troubled time and our prayers will be with you. Jim was a wonderful person loved by all and will remain in our hearts.
Mr. Oake’s was a amazing man, he took his job very seriously and always made the time for someone when they needed his guidance . He will be remembered by many but never forgotten.
Wow. We think of you often. Looking back on all the fun times. Hugs and prayers.
So sorry for your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers!
Dear Tammy.,
Thinking of you with love in our hearts..
Love, Uncle Daniel & Aunt Pat., Susan & Michael…
I am so sorry to hear this. My heart goes out to all of you!
Please know you’re all in my thoughts and prayers.
To the Oakes family. Jim was a class mate at Warsaw. Great guy he would read my book when we had to do an oral book report put it on paper I would study it and give the oral report he got me out of several jams . You have my sympathy. Dan
Tammy and Family My thought and prayers are with you all , with Deepest Sympathies
So sorry to hear of Jim’s death. I remember first meeting him when he was at the Marengo School. Thinking of all of you.
From the family of Thelma Wigton who had very much respect for Jim Oakes, our condolences from Julie, Corby, Cody & Allie Blanton & family.
My deepest sympathy to your family. May your memories bring you peace.
Joyce Rausch
We were so very sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was truly one of the most favorite people to touch my life. Incredibly nice man. Cindy you know how happy I was for both of you that you shared such a loving bond. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Greg and Linda (Linkous) Sands
Tammy, praying for you and your. May God keep you wrapped in his arm and comfort you.