Warren – James R. "Jim" Ganyard, 53, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2020 in Columbus, Ohio.

He was born July 22, 1966, in Warren, Ohio the son of the Charles and Helen (Cross) Ganyard.

Former member of the IBEW Local 573 and was working as an electrician in Columbus, Ohio. He was avid sports fan of the Cleveland Browns, and the Ohio State Buckeyes.  He enjoyed playing sports, music and spending time with his family.

He is survived by his wife Shelley Ganyard of Warren, four children Clayton "Bug" (girlfriend Amanda Augustine) Ganyard of Austintown, Nathan "Ninja" Ganyard of Southington, Ashley "Boomi" Ganyard of Niles, and Amanda "Manni" Myers of Niles, two grandchildren Aubrey Ganyard and Jack Myers III, a brother Brian Ganyard, a sister Donna Click both of Columbus and five nieces and nephews Tommy "BooBoo", Brian Jr. "Toby", Miranda, Bobbi, and Josie.

He is preceded in death by his parents.

A memorial calling hours will be Wednesday, February 5, 2020 from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel 1884 North Rd. NE, Warren, Ohio 44483.

In lieu of flowers contributions may be to the family to defray Funeral Expenses.

Family and friends may visit www.peterrossiandsonfh.com to view this obituary, sign the guestbook, and send condolences to James family.