James A. Friday

James A. Friday, 68, of Pemberville, passed away Wednesday, August 29, 2018 after a lengthy illness. James was born February 21, 1950 in Lorain, OH and had been a Pemberville resident for the past 5 years. He also resided in Milan and Vermilion. James held various professional positions in accounting/finance over the years. Most recently, James worked for the City of Vermilion as a building inspector. James enjoyed playing the piano, watching the Cleveland Indians, riding motorcycles, golfing and reading. James is survived by his wife Linda of Norwalk; daughter, Kate (Jeff) Smith of Perrysburg; son, James (Kerri) Friday of Medina; granddaughters, Lily and Gracie Belle Smith; brothers, Richard (Linda) Friday and Paul (Michele) Friday; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Esther (nee Ruminsky) Friday. The family will receive friends on Friday, September 7 from 4:00pm until the time of a Celebration of Life Service at 5:30pm at the Riddle Funeral Home, 5345 South Street, Vermilion, Ohio. Pastor Mel Sayler will officiate. The family suggests memorial contributions to Blessing House (blessinghouse.org) or the National MS Society (nationalmssociety.org). Online condolences may be made at www.riddlefuneralhome.com