James Stevens, 51, of Amanda passed away on December 31, 2013. He was born on December 6, 1962 in Lancaster, Ohio to James H. and Geniva Stevens. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by one brother, Edward Stevens and by one sister Lisa Stevens. Mr. Stevens is survived by his two sisters, Sandy Elliot and Debbie Stevens. Funeral services will be held on Monday, January 6, 2014 at 2:00 p.m. in the Wellman Funeral Home with burial to follow in Tarlton Cemetery. Friends may call at the funeral home on Monday from noon until the time of service at 2:00 p.m.