James A. Nortz Toledo, Ohio Obituary

James A. Nortz

James A. Nortz, age 72 of Toledo passed away Saturday, September 5, 2020 in the Regency Hospital, Toledo. He was born November 7, 1947 in Toledo to Benjamin and Margaret (Eischen) Nortz. A 1965 graduate of Central Catholic High School and he earned his Bachelor's degree from the University of Toledo. Jim loved to travel and worked on the Great Lakes freighters for a number of years. His love of travel also brought him to Crabtree, Oregon where he owned and operated his own tavern. He retired from the Lucas County Jobs and Family Services Department. He was an avid reader and especially enjoyed anything pertaining to history. Jim also loved to garden and was a nature lover. Jim was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Thomas Nortz; nephew Sean Satterthwaite; and niece, Sara Satterthwaite. Surviving are his brother Michael (Sondra) Nortz; sister, Ann Marie (David) Satterthwaite; sister-in-law Dottie Nortz; nieces, Kristin Nortz and Liz Satterthwaite; and nephews, Jason, Tim and Kevin Nortz. There will be no visitation, but a celebration of his life may be announced at a later date. The family suggests memorials to Toledo Botanical Gardens Metropark 5403 Elmer Dr. Toledo, Ohio 43615. Arrangements by Walker Funeral Home (419-841-2422). Condolences may be shared with the family at walkerfuneralhomes.com The family wishes to thank the doctors and nurses at ProMedica at Toledo Hospital and the Regency Hospital for their care and support.
November 7, 1947 - September 5, 202011/07/194709/05/2020
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Rick Bryan
September 14, 2020
We were sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. Our condolences to his family. I have known Jim since our college days. I will always remember him as fun to be around, as a good person and as someone you could always trust. I didn’t see Jim much in recent years although woul... Continue Reading
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gary gliszcinski
September 10, 2020
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Judith Orphey
September 7, 2020
Jim was a great guy. I met him through my ex-husband Bill Orphey and had the privilege of his friendship not only during my almost 10 years of marriage but even afterwards. My funniest memory was coming home from the library to see him and my ex (both avid sports fans)... Continue Reading