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Obituary for James "Jim" Louis Cheek
James “Jim” Louis Cheek, 83, of Dry Ridge, passed away Sunday, October 31, 2021. He volunteered his time to serving in the National Guard. James was an avid hunter and fisherman. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Mary (nee: Toole) Cheek; children, Jimmie Cheek, Steve (Sandy) Cheek, Melissa Cheek and Brian Cheek; grandchildren, Derek and Tessa; great-granddaughter, Rocklyn Masters; sisters, Kaye Ackley and Billie (Richard) Hammonds; brother, Bob (Lee) Light and numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 5 from 5-7 PM with a memorial service following at 7 PM at Stith Funeral Homes, Florence. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to ALS Association Central and Southern Ohio Chapter 1170 Old Henderson Rd. Suite 221 Columbus, OH 43220. Online condolences and memories can be shared at www.stithfuneralhomes.com
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