James R. "Jim" Giles

James R. “Jim” Giles James R. Giles, age 74, went home to be with the Lord on May 15, 2014.

Born in Akron, he was a graduate of Garfield High School. Jim was in the automobile business most of his life, working as a salesman, manager and car dealer. He was a long standing member of The Chapel, first in Akron and later in Green. He enjoyed fishing, NASCAR, and spending time with his family.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Barrett and Maude Giles. He is survived by two sons, Jeff Giles (Christine) and Troy O’Neil (Carrie); two daughters, Gea Giles and Kelly Giles Redovian (Matt); a sister, Joan Davies (Tim); ten grandchildren; and two great-grandchildren.

The family will receive friends from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 21 at Hopkins Lawver Funeral Home, 547 Canton Road, Akron, Ohio 44312, where Memorial Service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Interment will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park.