James W. Finnell

James Wright Finnell, age 72, of Coshocton, passed away at his home on Wednesday, August 17, 2011. He was born September 9, 1938 in Roscoe to the late Clyde Arthur Finnell and Mary Olive (Wright) Finnell. Jim graduated from Roscoe High School in 1956, and later furthered his education at Ohio University where he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in 1971, and a Masters Degree in 1973. He served in the United States Navy from 1958-1962. Jim was employed by the River View School District where he taught Social Studies for the River View Jr. High. He also coached Football, Basketball, and Golf for many years at River View High School. Jim was an avid golfer at Hilltop Golf Course for many years, a life member of Roscoe United Methodist Church, and held most of the administrative positions and taught the Phi-Chi adult class for over 50 years. Jim also sang in the choir for over 50 years. He was a life member of the Coshocton Elks, member of the American Legion, AM Vets where he held various offices, VFW, and Army-Navy. Jim is survived by sons, Daniel A. Finnell and Nikkie (Zahard) Finnell of Grove City, Oh, Joseph M. Finnell of Gahanna, Oh, and Jamie M. Finnell and Michelle (Reisehman) of Fort Lewis, Lacey, WA; two grandchildren, Chloie Danielle Finnell and Mia Finnell; his aunt Mary Wright of Windsor Wood, Coshocton; and many cousins. In addition to his parents Jim is preceded in death by his grandson, Chandler Evan Finnell. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, August 20, 2011 at 11AM in the Chapel of Given-Dawson Funeral Home, with Pastor Coralee Cox officiating. Burial will follow at Coshocton County Memory Gardens where the Coshocton County Veterans Council will perform military honors. A visitation will be held Friday, August 19, 2011 from 4-8PM at Given-Dawson Funeral Home in Coshocton, Ohio. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Roscoe United Methodist Church 475 High St, Coshocton, Ohio 43812.