Francis James Hum 1931-2024

Jim was born in Columbiana on March 10, 1931, a son of Delmar William Hum and Irene Ann Bell Hum.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Wilma, of nearly 73 years; his sister, Patricia Hum Stacey; and brother, Robert W. Hum.

As a lifetime resident of Columbiana, he was a 1949 graduate of Columbiana High School. He enjoyed track, football and basketball. The neighborhood kids called him “Pee Wee” and the nickname stuck.

Jim married his high school sweetheart, Wilma June Kabler, on Feb. 11, 1951. They were members of First United Methodist Church. They enjoyed gardening, traveling, bowling league, boating and camping with the family. Jim also enjoyed singing with the barbershop choir and belonged to the Allen Masonic Lodge.

He was a skilled woodworker and was always doing carpentry side jobs. He was a hard-working provider and willing to help anyone with no concerns for compensation. His family was his world. He was so loving and caring with a great sense of humor.

Jim was employed by Earl Newell Construction and Bucheit Construction, mostly building bridges. He was a member of Carpenters Union Local 171 for over 70 years. With the help of friends, Jim and Wilma built and completed their own home in 1955. They both lived in this beautiful home until their final days.

Jim is survived by his children, twins, Rick (Crystal) Hum of Cincinnati and Vicki (Terry) Cosma of Marysville, and Cheryl (Larry) Drane of Boardman; and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Contributions in Jim’s name may be made toward the restoration of Stick Chapel, City of Columbiana, 28 W. Friend St., Columbiana, OH 44408, with Fix the Sticks in the memo line; Meals on Wheels, 253 S. Main St., Columbiana, OH 44408; or First United Methodist Church, 210 S. Main St., Columbiana, OH 44408.

The family has entrusted Seederly-Mong & Beck Funeral Home in Columbiana with the arrangements for their loved one. Family and friends are invited to visit www.seederly-mongandbeck.com to sign the guestbook or send private condolences.

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