James Howard Whiddon, Jimmy was a loving dad, brother, uncle, and friend who passed away unexpectedly on April 6, 2010. He was born on January 19, 1956 in Dayton, Ohio. He was preceded in death by his parents Carolyn Elizabeth (Zug) Whiddon and Lowell TalmadgeWhiddon, sister and brother-n-law Nancy L. and Ronnie Sanders and brother Thomas R. Whiddon. He is survived by his loving and devoted sons James H. (J.J) Whiddon and Floyd Denlinger, his former wife Barbara Hager, brother and sister-in-law Gary L. and Cindi K. Whiddon of Kettering, sister and brother-in-law Deborah J. and Mark Mason of Beavercreek, step-mother Lois V. Whiddon and step-sister and brother-in-law Lisa L. and Dale A. Boydston. Numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Also many special friends who meant so much to him at Marion Poelking Lanes where he was employed. As we say good-bye to Jimmy he is greeted by his nephew and best friend Robert Sanders who passed away last week. May you two always be together. The family will receive friends Monday, April 12, 2010 from 5-7 PM at Newcomer Funeral Home North Chapel (4104 Needmore Rd, Dayton, OH 45424) to honor and celebrate his life.