James Logsdon

James Richard "Jim" Logsdon, 72, of Hamilton,NY, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, February 22, 2024. He was born April 1, 1951 in Fremont, Ohio to Gilbert and Betty (Hayes) Logsdon. Jim earned his Bachelor's degree in Business Management from Tiffin University where he was a member of Delta Beta Chapter of the Phi Theta Pi fraternity. He had a successful career working for Waste Management, Inc. for 35 years and held many positions including Vice President of Operations. Upon his retirement Jim, continued as an entrepreneur and consultant in the waste industry. He was an Eagle Scout with the Fremont St. Joesph School, Boy Scout Troop 304,  and a member of the Knights of Columbus. Jim cherished his time living and working at his family's 65-acre farm in Hamilton, NY, Saddleback Farm. 

He is survived by his wife of 23 years, Valerie (Hackney) Logsdon; his children, Kristie (Jeremiah) Vergowven of Newport, MI, Lori (Eldon) Hallows of Waynesville, OH, Nicole (Maurice) Tommie of Tampa, Fl and James Ryan (Andrea) Logsdon of Jacksonville, FL; his brothers, John (Andrea) Logsdon of Tiffin, OH and Thomas "Buzz" Logsdon of Newmarket, NH; his grandchildren, Jackson Vergowven, Brynn Hallows, Ava Hallows, Grayson Logsdon, Nathaniel Logsdon, Javian Tommie, Nyrobi Logsdon, June Logsdon, Aja Tommie and Kairo Tommie as well as several nieces and nephews. In addition to family, Jim left an impact on countless friends and community members. Friends of Jim could rely on him for support or to lend a hand in their time of need.  Jim was predeceased by his parents, Gilbert and Betty Logsdon.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to a local Boy Scout troop of donor's choice. Visitation will be held on Friday March 1, 2024 from 11:00 am until the time of his funeral service at 1:00 pm at Hanneman-Keller Funeral Home 416 South Arch Street, Fremont Ohio. Burial will take place at St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery following services.

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