James E. Rupp, 85, of Archbold, passed away April 11, 2020 in his home at Fairlawn Haven Retirement Center. He was born September 9, 1934 to the late John H. and Virgie (Graf) Rupp and was a lifelong resident of Fulton County and a retired farmer. James was a 1952 graduate of Archbold High School and served his country in the Army from 1956 – 1958.
In August 1958 he married Mary Jane (Rickly) Rupp of Liberty Center. To them were born four children; Jonathan (Debra) of Fayette, Mary Beth (Bruce) Reid of Hillsdale, New Jersey, Marsha (Craig) Salisbury of Cedarville, Ohio, and Jack (Angel) of Archbold. He enjoyed 11 grandchildren and 6 great-grandchildren.
James was a farmer many years specializing in hogs and crop farming. He liked the outdoors, fishing and did much traveling.
He is survived by his wife, Mary Jane; four children; sisters, Carol (Bob) Smith of Cincinnati, Margaret of Napoleon, and Pat (Ken) Frey of Pettisville; one brother Roger (Ruthann) of Archbold.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one brother Richard Rupp.
Burial will be at Lauber Hill Cemetery near Archbold. The family requests memorials be given to Fairlawn or Hospice Care. Online condolences can be sent to ShortFuneralHome.com.
