James "Papa" Wagner

James Paul Wagner, "Papa", age 75 of Girard, Ohio, passed away on Monday, March 9th, 2015. He was born on October 31, 1939 in Youngstown, the son of the late Harry and Mary (Kuboff) Wagner. James was a furniture mover for North American Van Lines for many years. Some of his hobbies were fishing and hanging out in his garage watching sports with his best friend, Donny. Papa was also a huge Cleveland Browns fan. Survivors include his wife, the former Norma Bailey, whom he married on August 30, 1968; his children, Mary (Jeff) Kester of Youngstown, Linda (Mark) Matvey of Transfer, PA, Kimberly Wagner (fiance Kenny Taylor) of Youngstown, William Casey of Girard, Janet Kissack (fiance Kevin Hall) of Girard, James "Peanut" Wagner (fiance Tami Ballis) of Youngstown, and Brian (Elayna) Wagner of Girard; 23 grandchildren and several great-grandchildren; his siblings, Joann (Jerry) Weiss of Redding CA, and Joseph (Connie) Wagner of Chico, CA; and his sister-in-law, Nora Wagner of Chico, CA. Other than his parents, James was preceded in death by his grandson, Albert "Spanky" Davis; and two brothers, John and Harry Wagner. Funeral services will be held at the Lane Family Funeral Homes-Mineral Ridge Chapel on Friday, March 13 at 7:00 PM where friends and family may visit from 5:00 PM until the time of the service.