Jimmy A.

Proxmire, Sr.

Jimmy A. Proxmire, Sr., age 84, of Paulding, OH, passed away on Thursday, November 5, 2026 at the Paulding County Hospital.

He was born in Paulding County, OH, on October 4, 1942, to his late parents Carl and Ruth (McClain) Proxmire. On January 26, 1963, he married Darlene (Fellers) Proxmire who preceded him in death in 2023.

Jimmy retired from General Electric in Fort Wayne, IN after 38 years. He was a member of the former Winchester Gun Club, Fort Wayne, IN, Moose Lodge #2094, Defiance, OH and was a Ham radio operator. Jimmy had many interests which included: flying RC airplanes, racing cars, NASCAR, gardening, hunting, fishing, and playing softball and volleyball.

He is survived by his children, Joseph Proxmire, Paulding, OH and Wendy Griner, Hicksville, OH; 7 grandchildren; 18 great grandchildren; sisters, Phyllis Brady and Linda Brown.

Jimmy is also preceded in death by his son, Jimmy Proxmire, Jr.; brother, Bill Proxmire and an infant brother; one grandson.

Private services will be held at the convenience of the family.