WILDERMUTH James "Jim" D. Wildermuth died peacefully at home on January 4, 2019 in London, Ohio at the age of 65. Jim is survived by his wife Jeanette (Phillips); children, Ryan (Melanie) Wildermuth and Casey (Alex) Pangalanagan; grandchildren, Owen, Aiden, Cameron, and Hudson; sister, Judy Allensworth; nieces Kristin Longaberger and Courtney Flower and his sidekick and beloved Bassett Hound, Herbie. He is preceded in death by his parents, Millard and Kathleen (Brown) Wildermuth of Middleport, OH. Jim was born on July 5, 1953 in Pomeroy, Ohio to Millard and Kathleen (Brown) Wildermuth. He attended Meigs High School then on to Hocking Technical College in Nelsonville, Ohio. He married Jeanette (Phillips), his high school sweetheart in 1972. After moving to Columbus, Jim began working for Kroger as a Manager and retired after 35 years of service. Jim had a passion for music, this passion started early in life playing parties, school dances and bars around his home town of Pomeroy. While he played many instruments, he was known for playing the drums and performed with bands around Columbus most of his life. He was a fun-loving individual who loved buying "As Seen on TV" gifts for his family for the pure reward of the laughter that came with the gift opening. Jim took special care of his dog, Herbie, ensuring hot dogs and treats were always on hand. Friends may call at the EBERLE-FISHER FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY, 103 N. Main Street, London from 4-7 PM Friday. The family suggests memorials in Jim's name be made to Loving Care Hospice, PO Box 445 London, Ohio, 43140. Online condolences for the family may be sent to www.eberlefisherfuneralhome.com. Funeral Date: 2019-01-12