James “Jim” R. Shaver, age 64, of Willard, Ohio, passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2025 at Toledo Hospital. He was born on June 17, 1961 in Amherst, Ohio to the late Eddie Shaver and Donna (Shays) Hall. Jim was a 1979 graduate of Plymouth High School and was a dedicated employee for over 44 years at Lakeside Book (formerly RR Donnelley) in Willard as a casemaker. He enjoyed watching sports, especially The OSU Buckeyes and Cleveland Browns, playing golf, and working in his landscape growing beautiful roses. He loved music and most of all, he enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren and all his family.
He is survived by his 3 daughters, Danielle Niedermier, Jessica (Stephen) Cozart, and Lindsay Shaver; 1 son, Tyler Wagers; grandchildren, Tessa, Anysa, Niya, Skylar, Taylor, and Carter; and siblings, Lynn Oney, Stewart (Judy) Hall, Steve (Regenia) Shaver, Barb Faylor, and Terry Shaver.
He is preceded in death by his mother, Donna (Orville) Hall; father, Eddie (Stella) Shaver; sister, Susie Barnett; and son-in-law, Christopher Niedermier.
Visitation will be at Secor Funeral Home in Willard, Ohio on Friday, August 1, 2025 from 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM and on Saturday, August 2, 2025 from 11:00 until the time of his Celebration of Life at 1:00 PM. Memorial contributions may be made to the Huron County Humane Society, 246 Woodlawn Ave, Norwalk, OH 44857. Online condolences may be made to his family by visiting www.secorfuneralhomes.com
Condolences
Lee Brooks - Aug 18, 2025
You will be missed 😢 💔
Julio Franco - Aug 17, 2025
Terry and family, my condolences and may God be with you. From your Ticket/Macy's friend.
VIOLA LUNA - Aug 3, 2025
PRAYERS AND HUGS TO ALL SHAVER FAMILIES
Kelly Wolbert - Aug 2, 2025
I am so grateful he took my son under his wing and helped him feel like he belonged. Keep looking down on him Jim!
Doug Heyman - Aug 2, 2025
Sorry to hear af Jims passing. Such good memories of Jim, Steve and Barb at Donnelleys. My sympathy to all of his family for your loss.
Luis Gomez - Aug 1, 2025
My condolences to all the Shaver family. I'll be praying for you all.
Larry and Fran Smith - Aug 1, 2025
Our sincere condolences to all of Jim’s family. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers.🙏 Hold close those memories made.
Lofty Crofts - Jul 31, 2025
Prayers and condolences to Jim's family and friends...I will miss our conversations at the moose about Pink Floyd and other things... Shine On You Crazy Diamond!.....R.I.P Smokey.
Jim&Denise Gray - Jul 31, 2025
Jenny and extended family we were so sad to hear about Jim passing we both worked with him what a great guy. You have our deepest sympathy.
Jude Chapman - Jul 31, 2025
So sorry to hear of Jim's passing...my thoughts and prayers to the whole family. Will remember our neighborhood get togethers with a smile! Love to all
Dawn - Jul 30, 2025
My heart goes out to the girls and Barb. In my prayers. Thinking of Jim always brings a smile. Good guy. My mom taught him in 4th grade. She was reminiscing about him last week. She said he was always up to something!
LISA GARCIA - Jul 30, 2025
To All Jim's family, I am so so sorry for your loss!! What a wonderful man he was. I grew up feeling like he was a father figure to me but a cool DAD!!! I will truly miss him so much! Always had a hug or kiss on the cheek 🙁 Thinking of you all. Please let me know if I can help any of you with anything you need. Losing a parent is so difficult. I know the loss you are feeling. Love you guys!!!
Larry carpenter - Jul 30, 2025
He was a great man friendly as all be loved working with him he taught me alot when i was there, linsey and family prayers to u all in this hard time
Randy & Bev Tuttle - Jul 30, 2025
Danielle and Lindsay so sorry for your loss our prayers are with you and your families.
Monica Shuster Myers - Jul 29, 2025
Prayers and peace. You will be missed.
Castaneda Family - Jul 29, 2025
Our condolences to the whole family of our beloved neighbor 🙏 we are praying for you all ! He was a happy neighbor who enjoyed to have his grill barbecues and always saying hi with a genuine smile, we will never forget him and we are so thankful he contagious us with his happiness.
Bridgett - Jul 29, 2025
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Lisa Tuttle Crowley - Jul 29, 2025
Condolences to Jim's family. I've known Jim since grade school. He was a great guy and will be missed.
Penny Music - Jul 29, 2025
My deepest condolences. I am so very saddened to hear about Jim’s passing. He was always my favorite person to work with and I am so blessed to have gotten that opportunity for all those years. Thoughts and prayers for family and friends.
Cheri and Steve Butler - Jul 29, 2025
So sorry to hear this! Overtime we seen you it was hi how are you doing and then into a conversation we'd go! Always plent he was! Prayers for the family and friends! GOD BLESS!🥰
Peggy M Opatken - Jul 29, 2025
Tyler and family may your dad rest in peace. Why don't we connect on fb
Peggy M Opatken - Jul 29, 2025
Tyler and family. So sorry to hear of your dad's passing. Hope you are doing fine. How about find me on Facebook
Kay Carr - Jul 29, 2025
We were kids when we met. Known him most of my life. Great person. Will definitely be missed by many. My condolences to the family 🙏🙏
Mike & Donnie Courtright - Jul 29, 2025
We are so sorry to hear this. We will always remember Jim as a great guy who loved his family.
Kim Davis - Jul 29, 2025
My deepest condolences to Jeni and the family. Sending prayers that all who knew and loved him will find comfort during this difficult time.
Debbie Holloman Odien - Jul 29, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss my heart goes out you all big hugs to all love you all
Deborah L Wright - Jul 29, 2025
Stewart, Steve, Barb and family, My deepest sympathies to you all on the loss of your dear brother. Prayers for God to comfort your heartbreak and for His strength to be with you in the coming days.
On behalf of Lakeside Book Company - Jul 29, 2025
We are deeply saddened by the loss of our dear colleague, James Shaver, who dedicated over 44 years of his life to our company. James’s hard work, kindness, and dedication left a lasting impact on all of us. His presence will be greatly missed, but his legacy will always be remembered. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. Rest in peace, James. With heartfelt sympathy, Lakeside Book Company
sherryl van zoest - Jul 29, 2025
so very sorry for your loss, Jenny and family. Jim was a great guy.
