James Steven Shimko

James S. "Jim" Shimko, 60, of Akron, passed away peacefully on October 24, 2022. He was born on May 27, 1962 to the late James M. and Marilyn {Nervo} Shimko.

He graduated from Ellet High School in 1980 and went on to obtain a Bachelor of Science in journalism from Kent State. He worked for the Times Reporter and then switched careers to join the Boy Scouts of America until he retired. He was involved in the Scouting organization since childhood, where he gained the highest rank of Eagle Scout. He also earned Order of the Arrow Vigil Honor and many other distinguished awards.

After retiring from Scouting, he became actively involved with The Cleveland Clinic Challenge Golf Course (formerly Edwin Shaw). He volunteered as well as played in the league.

Preceded in death by his father, he leaves behind his mother, brother Todd; daughters Danette (Gary) Prather and Kalli (Kevin Berling) Shimko; son Cory Archer; ex-wife Pat Shimko; grandsons Dustin, Kyle and Brandon; and many relatives and friends.

All are welcome to visit at Newcomer Funeral Home, 131 N. Canton Rd. Akron, OH 44305 on Sunday, November 6 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. A Memorial Mass will be held on Monday, November 7 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Matthew Catholic Church, 2580 Berne St., Akron , OH 44312, with Father Michael Williamson officiating. Inurnment to follow the service at Holy Cross Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations for The Challenge Golf Program may be made to Akron General Foundation, 1 Akron General Ave. Akron, OH 44307. To leave a message for Jim's family, please scroll below.