James E. Neumann, 65, Etna Green, Ind., passed away at 1:55 p.m. Thursday, June 5, 2014, in his home after an illness.

James was born May 5, 1949, to Fred Minor and Beverly (Kinney) at Coshocton, Ohio, and later adopted by Eugene Neumann. James was a United States Marines Veteran serving in the Vietnam War.

James was retired as a Supervisor at Center for Science Industry, Columbus, Ohio. In his spare time he loved being outside and fishing. He graduated from Hilliard High School, Hilliard, Ohio, in class of 1968.

He is survived by a daughter: Nerissa (Jessica) Neumann-Waters, Etna Green; five grandchildren: Matthew, Adrianna, John, Heather and Paul Jeffery; and a sister: Jeanie Neumann-Holti, London, England.

He was preceded in death by his parents and his brother: Harvey.

In honoring he and his family’s wishes, there will not be any services at this time. Deaton Clemens Funeral Home is entrusted in the arrangements.