James E. Walter, age 89, passed away on Wednesday, September 18, 2024. James was born on May 14, 1935 in Columbus, Ohio. He was retired from the Pipefitters Union 189. He had also raised Polled Hereford cattle and sold used farm equipment. James was married to Carol Walter for 67 years. They have three children, four grandsons and two great-grandsons. He will be greatly missed. Hoskinson Funeral Home, Kirkersville, was honored to care for James and his family.