James S. Masi, age 61, died on Saturday, January 19, 2019 at 6:03 PM at OhioHealth Hardin Memorial Hospital, Kenton.

He was born on March 30, 1957 in Findlay, Ohio to the late James A. and Marianne (Cimini) Masi.  On February 16, 1980 James married the love of his life and lifelong companion, Terry Masi and she survives in Kenton.

James retired from the Hardin County Sheriff's Office where he worked as a deputy sheriff from 1980 to 2016.

Also surviving are his children: Raymond Driesbaugh of Kenton and Shannette Teneyck of Kenton; five grandchildren and four great grandchildren; and a sister, Susan Masi of Kenton.

Funeral services will begin at 1:00 PM on Tuesday, January 29, 2019 at Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Alger with Pastor Courtnie Morton officiating.  Burial will be in Preston Cemetery, Alger.

Friends may call from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 PM on Monday, January 28, 2019 at Hanson-Neely Funeral Home, Alger and one hour prior to the service on Tuesday at the funeral home.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association.