James Jolly Obituary

James Ray Jolly

May 5, 1951 - Sep 6, 2024

Bellevue

James R. "Jim" Jolly, 73, residing in Bellevue, passed away Friday, Sept. 6, 2024, at his home after a sudden and brave battle with cancer.

He was born May 5, 1951, in Paris, Kentucky, to Clifton Jolly and Mamie Lewis. Jim graduated from Sandusky High School in 1969 and served in Army National Guard from 1969-1975. He worked at Cedar Point, Foodland, and Foster Grant in his younger years. He spent 30 years at General Motors, working at Sandusky New Departure and Mansfield Fabricating plants before retiring in 2008.

Jim enjoyed hunting, muscle cars from the '60s and '70s, and both dirt track and asphalt car racing. He was also passionate about fishing and boating on the Great Lakes, rivers, and ponds, and traveled to fish in many other states and Canada. Jim was an active member of Bass Fishing Club in Sandusky and W.R. Hunt Club in Clyde.

Surviving to share Jim's memories are his loving wife of 51 years, Kathy; two wonderful children, James T. Jolly (Sabrina) and Gina Jolly; brothers, Ronald Jolly (Patricia) and Joseph Jolly (Tanya); stepbrother, William Caskey (Darrell); four loving grandchildren, Jayden Cartinian, Jenna Jolly, Janelle Jolly, and Evan Jolly; aunt, Anna King; numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins; and fur buddies, D'jango, Hildie, and Tripp.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents; stepmother, Arlene Caskey Jolly; sister, Dianna Nelson Michaels; and uncle, Paul King.

Arrangements will be announced at a later date.

Those wishing to contribute to Jim's memory may make contributions to American Cancer Society or American Diabetes Association.

Foster Funeral Home & Crematory, Huron, is assisting the family.

Online condolences may be shared at www.fosterfh.com.