James "Jimmy" Darnell, 61, of Xenia passed away Monday September 7, 2026, at Kettering Memorial Hospital.

He was born June 11, 1965, in Xenia to the late Kenneth and Kathryn (Noland) Darnell.  Jimmy worked in construction for over 40 years.  He was one of the most fun loving guys and was loved by so many.  Jimmy loved to fish, watch sports, bike ride, play cards and take long drives.  He will be truly missed by so many.

Jimmy is survived by his wife Judy (Channels) Darnell; sons, Joshua (Danielle) and Chad Darnell; two step-sons, Robert and Sean Channels; sisters, Mary Ann Johnson, Anna Butts, Chris Darnell and Loretta (Tom) Johnson; two grandsons, Orion and Ethan Darnell; several nieces and nephews; and special cousin, Raymond Smalley Jr.

Funeral service will be held 11:30 AM Tuesday, September 15th, at McColaugh Funeral Home in Xenia, where visitation will be held from 10:30 until the time of service.