James E. Hakes, age 76, of Kettering, went home to be with the Lord Tuesday, April 2, 2013.
James was born August 10, 1936 in Dayton to the late Ernest & Margaret Hakes.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Marlenia D. Hakes; brothers, Michael Hakes and Paul Hakes.
James is survived by his children, James (Ernee) Hakes, Kathryn Hakes, and Steven (Cheri) Hakes; grandson, James Hakes; brother, David (Susan) Hakes; and many friends.
James was a devoted member and Deacon at the First Baptist Church of Kettering.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, April 6, 2013 at the First Baptist Church of Kettering (3939 Swigart Rd, Sugarcreek, OH 45440). Family will receive friends two hours prior to the service. Interment will follow at Miami Valley Memory Gardens.
Donations may be made in James's memory to the First Baptist Church of Kettering Building Fund or Missions.