James M. Lodder

James was born on May 2, 1957 in South Bend, Indiana to James F. Lodder and Julee (Mitchell) Lodder, who preceded him in death.

He graduated from North Central High School in Indianapolis in 1975 and from Purdue University, Westville, Indiana, in 1980.

James formerly worked for the Pilot Truck Stop and Hardee’s near Fremont. His hobbies included coin collecting.

James married Shari Lin Sawvel on August 12, 1995 in Angola, Indiana. She preceded him in death on January 11, 2009.

Survivors include his brothers, John (Rochelle) Lodder of Chicago, Illinois and Jerry Lodder of Las Cruces, New Mexico, and many cousins.

A Funeral Service will be held at 2 pm Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Indiana. Father Raul Marroquin will officiate the service.

Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1 pm until 2 pm Thursday, June 8, 2023 at Beams Funeral Home, Fremont, Indiana.

Burial will follow the service at the Ray-Covenanter Cemetery, Fremont, Indiana.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the charity of your choice.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.beamsfuneralhome.com for the Lodder family.