James U. Haller, Jr., age 72, of Xenia, passed away Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at Miami Valley Hospital. He was born April 14, 1953 in Washington Court House, Ohio the son of James U. Sr. and Beverly A. (Blake) Haller.

Jim is survived by his wife, Debra L. (Odau) whom he married July 5, 1980; his children: TaRessa Gebhardt of Englewood, Ashlee (Ryan) Moore of Xenia and Dustin (Lindsey) Haller, of Xenia; brothers: Tim (Rhonda) Haller and Rick (Arnetta) Haller and sister: Vikki (Mike) Given; grandchildren: Michaela (William) Kirsch; Xavier, Harper, Ethan and Evan Moore; Kaylee and Emerson Haller ; as well as numerous nieces and nephews, other relatives and many friends.

Jim was a graduate of Xenia High School, Class of 1972. He retired from Phillip's Sand & Gravel in 2012, where he was affectionately known as "Hair Bear."

Jim was an avid Cincinnati Bengals Fan and loved fishing. Jim had been a drummer in several local bands, including R-Evolution. He was loving, kind and gentle. Jim had an outgoing personality, having a keen sense of storytelling and loved to share his jokes, which meant he never met a stranger. He especially enjoyed spending time horsing around with his grandchildren, whom he dearly loved. Jim's big hugs will be forever missed.

Visitation will be held Tuesday from 5 PM -7 PM at the funeral home. Services will be held 10:30 AM Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at McColaugh Funeral Home, 826 N. Detroit St., Xenia with Sandy McDaniel officiating. Burial will be in St. Brigid Cemetery, Xenia.