James Ankney Obituary

With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Ankney of Defiance, Ohio, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James left this world on August 1, 2025 at the age of 76, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Ankney to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James Ankney and Margene Ankney. He is survived by: his wife Brenda Ankney; his children, Jeff Ankney (Christine) of Ney, Ohio and Kim Rhodes (Shawn) of Napoleon, Ohio; his grandchildren, Jake Ankney (Jena), Tessa Rhodes, Anna Ankney and Tate Rhodes; and his sister Karen Ankney of Defiance, Ohio..

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to CHP Defiance Area Inpatient Hospice Center or to the Noble Township Fire Department.