James Ray Wier, 77, of Avella, died on Saturday, October 17, 2020, in the Washington Hospital. He was born on July 15, 1943, in Graysville, a son of the late William Clifford and Beula Plants Wier. After attending McGuffey High School, Mr. Wier worked as a farmer. He enjoyed hunting and fishing. On May 28, 1966, he married Ardith Polen, who survives. Also surviving are two sons, James (Yvonne) Wier and David Wier, both of Avella; a daughter, Ramona Wier, of Avella; two brothers, Clarence Jessie (Gladys) Wier, of Sharpsburg, and Clifford (Louvella) Wier, of Avella; a grandchild, Aeryn Wier, of Avella; and several nieces and nephews. Deceased is a sister, Virginia Stewart. Due to state-mandated Covid-19 restrictions, all services are private.