James Tatton

In honor of James W. Tatton born April 11, 1939. Jim went home to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on March 26, 2022. We grieve our loss yet no words can express the peace in our hearts as Jim is reunited with his wife of nearly 58 years. Peggy and Jim both are rejoicing in the Lord's ultimate healing. Greeted by his beloved parents, Daniel and Evelyn Tatton, his infant brother David, his brother Robert Tatton, his precious granddaughter Christyan Michelle and longtime friend Homer Byrd. "For where your treasure is there will your heart be also." Matt 6:21 KJV Treasure: To regard or treat as precious, to cherish. Jim treasured his children Lori (John) Livigni, Mark (Shannon) Simmons, Lisa (Carl) Hughes, Jodi (Tim) Stem, and Bob (Kris) Simmons. He greatly enriched each of our lives. Jim had the unique ability to make anyone in his presence feel like they were the only person in the room. He will be remembered as a generous man often offering to pay for a pizza, buy you an ice cream or lend his gas card to fill up your tank. He always made time for the important things in life; teaching us to swim, ski, hunt, fish or simply sharing his latest yard sale find. He enjoyed telling jokes, sharing stories and scheming his next prank. Jim's faithful prayers and constant covering modeled what was important to him. Jim treasured his 12 grandchildren and 12 great grandchildren – praying for them daily. Whether in person, a video call, phone call or sending treasures in the mail, He always made sure they knew "Papa Loves You!" He never minded the extra noise or mess…just so happy to have them around. Patiently letting them walk beside him as they "helped Papa walk with his stroller"-walker. Always an open lap to crawl up on, he loved the snuggles they exchanged. Jim allowed time to stand still so he could give them his full attention. Jim treasured his family – his sister-in-law Betty (Robert) Tatton and each niece and nephew. "A dear brother" to his sister Trudy (James) Chapman-Radley whom he loved deeply. Their faithful prayers covered one another- near or far. "His strength and protection gave strength", a blessing she later returned. Among Jim's greatest friends was his lifelong friend Tim Mihalic whom he enjoyed many memories with, spanning from grade school to the present. Jim's career as a contractor/cost estimator in the mechanical insulation industry spanned 35 yrs. Throughout his career, Jim was affiliated with Insulators Local 84 where he served as longtime chairman of the apprenticeship committee. Jim proudly served as the past president of both the Master Insulators Association and Central States Insulation Contractors Association. Jim was also a member of the Builders Exchange of Akron, SANEO and the National Insulation Association. Jim was a proud charter and "lifetime member" of Portage Summit Field and Stream Club. His love for hunting, fishing, the friendships, and memories for families was dear to his heart. Jims legacy will be a life of Integrity, Honesty, Laughter and Unrelenting Love. Faith, love, family and friends – these were Jim’s treasures. He will forever be treasured in our hearts. "God Bless You" as we celebrate Jim's life.