James Willard Harpole Obituary (1947

James Willard Harpole, 68, of Niles, passed away Wednesday, August 17, 2016 at his home. He was born September 17, 1947 to Myrtle and John Harpole in Niles. On November 30, 1968, James married Vera Walls at a ceremony in Niles. James enjoyed fishing and hunting. After 34 years at French Paper, James retired. James is survived by his wife of 47 years, Vera; daughters, Kari Jones, Tara (Spencer) Miller; brothers, Doyle (Debbie) Harpole, Ralph (Cheryl) Harpole; sister, Teresa (Ron) Earl; five grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, Myrtle and John; brothers, Oliver, Gary, and Ronnie Harpole. Funeral services for James will be held at 4 pm on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Hoven Funeral Home. Visitation will be two hours prior to the service from 2 - 4pm. Arrangements have been entrusted to Hoven Funeral Home, Buchanan. Online condolences may be made at www.hovenfunerals.com.