He is preceded in death by his parents, George Roger Ditenhafer Jr. and Grace L. Noonan, and sister, Georgann Ditenhafer.
Jim is survived by his wife, Paula Milton; sisters, Grace Ditenhafer and Glorian McGuire; and loving brother-in-laws, sister-in-laws, nieces, and nephews.
In the span of Jim’s career, he began as a performer and worked his way to executive entertainment producer. He retired from Opryland as an entertainment producer after 30+ years of service. He enjoyed the outdoors, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
Memorial contributions in Jim’s name may be made to Boy Scouts of America Middle Tennessee Council, P.O. Box 150409, 3414 Hillsboro Pike, Nashville, Tennessee 37215.