James Otis Oldaker

James Otis Oldaker 56 was taken home to Heaven on Sunday, August 13, 2023. He was born in Huntington, West Virginia on July 20, 1967 to Harvey Oldaker Sr. (Deceased) and Fennie (France) Oldaker (Deceased).

James lived with his wife and soulmate of 10 years Kimberly and his beloved dog Sissy Bissy and was loved by his daughters Autumn Oldaker, Jami Oldaker Grooms (Nick), Courtney Oldaker Jennings (Jesse Sr.), Cynthia Benner (Jacob), and Linda Ferrell. He was called Papaw by 10 grandchildren Chris Vanmeter Jr. (CJ), Hunter Grooms, Emma Grooms, Landry Grooms, Gatlin Grooms, Jesse Jennings Jr., Jonah Jennings, Jayce Jennings, Juniper Benner, and Penelope Benner

His brothers and sisters loved him dearly Cheryl Gue (Deceased), Judy Long (Ray), Michael Oldaker (Tracie), Timothy Oldaker (Misty), Tara Hager (John), Harvey Oldaker Jr., Georgi Waugh (Rusty), and Rebecca Thompson (Deceased)

He was the best Uncle to so many nephews and nieces.

Anyone who knew James was well aware of his love for football. Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Marshall University, and West Virginia University WVU. If he wasn't watching it he was playing Madden or talking about it.

James will be loved and missed by all his family and friends.