Barton, James (Jim) Edward, age 87 of Ross, Ohio passed away on June 25, 2021 at

Mercy Hospital in Fairfield. He was born on April 9,1934 in Fayette County, Ohio the

son of Elmer and Bertha Barton. He graduated from Fairfield Centralized High School in

London, Ohio in 1952. On August 24,1957 he married Mary Ann Frazee, and together

they celebrated 63 years of marriage. He attended Cedarville College where he played

football and basketball.  He earned a B.S. degree in Education from Miami University,

and a Master Degree in School Administration from Xavier University.  He was very

devoted to education and working with young people.  He began his teaching career in

Clinton County, Ohio and enjoyed coaching baseball, basketball, and track.  He was an

educator in Hamilton City Schools for thirty-four years, seven years as a teacher and

twenty-seven years as an administrator.  His career in education could be summarized

by the following quote that was etched in his retirement plaque: "Leaders are like

eagles, they don't flock, you find them one at a time".  After retirement, he served as

President of BCRTA, and Trustee in ORTA for District IV.  He was an avid reader,

sports fan, gardener, yardmaster, and enjoyed traveling, ballroom dancing, and working

on his farm.  He was active in the senior group (ACES) at his church.  He leaves a

loving wife, Mary Ann (Frazee); two daughters, Julie (Tom) Perry and Lori Barton;

Granddaughters, Alyssa and Anna Perry; Grandson, Anthony Perry; and many nieces

and nephews. His parents and other siblings preceded him in death.

Prayers will be offered at 9:30am Wednesday in the  Zettler Funeral Home, 2646 Pleasant Ave,

Hamilton, Ohio 45015 followed by Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00am Wednesday in Julie Billiart

Church, 224 Dayton St, Hamilton, Ohio 45011 with Fr. Michael Pucke celebrant. Burial will be in St.

Stephen's Cemetery. Visitation will be from 6:00-8:00pm Tuesday in the funeral home. Lieu of flowers,

contributions may be made to St. Julie Billiart Church. Online register book available at

www.zettlerfuneralhome.com