James Vernard Shindler Jr. Obituary
We bid farewell to James Vernard Shindler Jr. of Sylvania, Ohio, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 25, 2025 at the age of 85. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James V. Shindler Sr. and Mary Shindler (Beck); and his wife Rita Rose Gross. He is survived by: his children, Melinda Wagner (Edward), Jim Shindler (Caroline), Christine Alessio (Ernesto) and Angela Flynn (Bill); his grandchildren, Nick Wagner (Sami), Jake Wagner, Thomas Shindler (Callie), Alexis Malone (Joe), Anna Shindler, Danilo, Ava, Andino Alessio, Valerie and Ryan Flynn; his great grandchild Jack Shindler; and his siblings, Mike Shindler (Ruth), Susan Connor (Larry) and Sarah Miller (Denny).
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio or the Sophia Counseling Center.