James Michael Retter

Retter, James Michael, age 57, of Vandalia, passed away unexpectantly on January 29, 2021. He is preceded in death by his mother, Lois Ann Retter, and brother, Daniel Patrick. He is survived by his father, John Retter; a son, Aaron Michael of Denver, CO.; former wife, Annette Retter; sisters, Jeannine, Nancy Lyons (Jeffrey), and Mary Retter; nephews Ryan Burger (Michelle), Nicholas Burger (Dawn); nieces Emily Gomez (Justin), Kathryn Burger, Rebecca Crosby (Winston); 3 great nieces and 1 great nephew. Jim graduated from Sinclair College and worked in the Mental Health Technology field. He was a huge sports fan and loved the Bengals and Buckeyes. Jim loved going to concerts. He enjoyed cooking, family get togethers and was very proud of his son Aaron. Jim was very loyal to his family and his easy going, jovial spirit will be greatly missed. The family will receive friends Monday February 15th from 11am-12 noon at The Westbrock Funeral Home, 5980 Bigger Road, for a socially distanced walk-through visitation. There will be a funeral service starting at 12 noon with Fr Brian Phelps officiating. A private burial will follow. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Shriners Hospitals for Children at
https://shrinershospitalsforchildren.org