JAMES M. LINGLER, age 70.  Beloved husband of Betty (nee Church); the absolute best dad to Jacqui Lingler Middleton (Scott) and Monica Sorrell; dear brother of Jack Lingler (Linda) and Faith Kuschmeider (Larry); devoted son of Jack and Helen (nee Blasko) (both deceased); big supporter of Mark Ailiff, and Amber and Nate Sorrell and their children; cherished nephew of Jane Schwanitz and Kay Jirberg; dearest cousin of many.  Jim proudly served as a Seven Hills Police Officer – retiring as a Sergeant after 23 years.  He loved his family, always putting them first.  Jim was happiest driving his car, riding his motorcycle, and working on them.  He was loved by many and will be missed.  He will live forever in our hearts.  Family and friends are asked to meet at St. Columbkille Church, 6740 Broadview Rd., Parma, THURSDAY, DEMEMBER 22, for a MEMORIAL GATHERING 10:00-11:00 AM followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM.