Howland - Attorney James T. Saker, 62, passed away Saturday, October 11, 2014 at the Hospice House in Poland. He was born June 13, 1952 in Warren, Ohio the son of the late Joseph M. and Jeanette K. Saker. Jim was a 1970 graduate of Howland High School. He received his Bachelor Degree from Kent State University, a Law Degree from Capital University, and passed the Ohio Bar in 1983. He was a member of St. Mary's Church in Warren. God and family were Jim's priorities; a caring husband and father, Jim was always there for us. Jim's hard work and integrity were felt in his 15 years of private practice and public defender's work and his 15 years as Civil Prosecutor in the Trumbull County Prosecutor's Office. He was Howland's first Law Director, and was later appointed Trustee for Howland Twp. Jim loved his daily scripture reading, reading philosophy and enjoyed writing poetry. He played guitar and often joined his friends at open mic night for many years. He enjoyed long hikes with his wife in the woods and many trips to the beach. He will be sadly missed by his family and friends and all who knew him. He is survived by his wife Ellen Hernon Saker whom he married April 8, 1993, three children Shelby (Michael) Stephenson of Dayton, Clement Hernon of Warren and Jeffrey Saker of Warren, two grandchildren Amanda Geier and Dylan Stephenson, a brother John K. Saker of Youngstown and a sister Atty. Jean (Lee) York of Cape Coral, FL, a nephew Joe Saker, two nieces Melissa (Mickey) Walter, and Jessica Saker, and numerous cousins. He is preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Jeffrey P. Saker and Joseph M. Saker III. Family and friends may call Tuesday from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 9:00 to 9:30 a.m. at the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel in Warren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at St. Mary's Church in Warren with Rev. Bernard Schmalzried officiating. Burial will be in All Souls Cemetery in Bazetta. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in Jim's name to the Hospice House of Poland, 9803 Sharrot Rd. Poland, Ohio 44514. Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary, sign the guest book, and send condolences to the Saker Family.