Jim Lambert, 68, of Van Wert passed away at 12:45 PM Tuesday, December 27, 2021 at Van Wert Health.  He was born July 24, 1953 in Melrose Park Illinois a son of Jim A. Lambert and Dorothy McIntosh both of whom are deceased.  On August 5, 1972 he married Theresa Tindall who survives him.

His children are: Summer (Brice) Lambert and Cresta (Brian) Antus.  He is also survived by his grandchildren: Timothy Wolford II, Caleb Wolford, Fenix Day, Chase Day, Bailey Day, Abbie Antus, Katie Antus, and Brice Carnahan IV, great grandchildren: Tyler, Lilly, Eli, Olivia D., Liam, Asher, Olivia B., and Jensen with 2 more coming in April.  Also surviving are brothers and sisters: Debbie Ledwell, Ronnie (Renee) Lambert, Linda (Billy) McFarland, Adam Lambert and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, 1 brother, Tommy, and a nephew, Andy.

He was a corrugated box maker at Tecumseh for 35 years and retired from Innovative Packaging in Lima after 7 years.

He belonged to the Thursday Prayer Group and Whitehorse Bible Church.  He was also a member of "BAMMA" NATION.  He loved to make native American jewelry.

Visitation will be from 11:00AM until 2:00PM Friday December 31, 2021 at Brickner Funeral Home.

Preferred Memorials: Donors Choice