James "JIM" Van Ness 83, of Bellefontaine passed away Monday, June 5, 2023 at Mary Rutan Hospital. He was born December 7, 1939 in Bellefontaine the son of Charles and Mary (Skinner) Van Ness. He retired as a group leader, from DAB after 42 years of service. After retirement he delivered flowers for Wren's Florist and Greenhouses. He often commented that it was his favorite job because people were happy to see him.  He served as Lake Township zoning officer with over ten years of service and served as a docent for the Logan County Historical Society for many years. He was an avid car and motorcyclist enthusiast.      Survivors include his wife, Tamara; children, Jill (Bill Kellogg) Hill Kelly (Bill) Johnson; grandchildren Derrick (Sheila) Miller, Michelle (Jeff) Puder, Landyn (Britney) Hill, Conner (Jandra) Hill, Tanner (Lisa Chavez) Johnson  Taryn (Eli Howard) Johnson; great-grandchildren, Evan Puder, Nolan Puder, JT Hill, Theo Hill, Mac Hill, Declan Miller, Addison Miller, Emery Miller; sister Kathleen (Russ) McDonald; brother-in-law Ronald (Linda) Coleman. Funeral services will be held 12:00 PM June 10, 2023 at Jennings Farley and Seeley funeral home 5591 US Route 68 S. West Liberty 43357. Visitation will be from 10:00 AM until time of service. In Lieu of flowers contributions may be directed to the Logan County Historical Society 521 East Columbus Ave. Bellefontaine, Ohio 43311