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James Edward McClung

January 1, 1929 — August 4, 2022

James Edward McClung

Jim McClung, 93, went home to be with The Lord, with loved ones by his side on Thursday, August 4, 2022, in Akron Ohio, of which he was a lifetime resident. Jim was born of New Year's Day, 1929.

Jim is enjoying a jubilant reunion with his loved ones in Heaven; especially his father, Reverend James Lester McClung.
Jim was a Marine Corp Veteran in the Korean War, Akron Police Officer, and retired from the Firestone Tire and Rubber Company, as Security, after 40 years of service. 

Jim leaves his loving and devoted wife, Kenmore High School Sweetheart and Jitter-bug partner of 72 years; JoeAnn (Evans) McClung; Twin Sons, Alan and Craig; devoted daughter, Vicki Mariola, Son-in-Law, Denny and three grandchildren, Madison, Scott, and Michael.

Jim was a devoted and loving husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed playing 18 holes at Firestone Country Club, dancing with his JoeAnn and Vicki, watching the Cleveland Browns, worshipping at The Chapel and having fun with family. 
As spoken by his beloved wife ... "Jimmy, didn't we have fun!" 

Family and friends may call on Wednesday August 10, 2022 from 11 am to 1 pm at Bacher-Moore Funeral Home (Portage Lakes), 3326 Manchester Road, Akron, Ohio 44319 Service will be Wednesday, August 10, 2022 at 1 pm at the Funeral Home, with Pastor Mike Freeman Officiating. James's final resting place will be Greenlawn Memorial Park.

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Visitation

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

11:00am - 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Bacher-Moore Funeral Home (Portage Lakes)

3326 Manchester Rd, Akron, OH 44319

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Funeral Service

Wednesday, August 10, 2022

Starts at 1:00 pm (Eastern time)

Bacher-Moore Funeral Home (Portage Lakes)

3326 Manchester Rd, Akron, OH 44319

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