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James McDaid Obituary

James M. McDaid, 75, of Macungie, PA passed away September 19, 2017 in his home. James was a retired computer programmer. Born in Philadelphia, he was the son of the late Patrick and Ann (McGee) McDaid. James was a graduate of St. Joseph's University in Philadelphia. In his retirement, Jim most enjoyed discussing politics, history and sports, and spending time with his sons and eight grandchildren. Survivors: Sons: James M. McDaid, Jr. of Basalt, CO, Patrick J. McDaid and his wife Peggy of Lower Macungie Twp., Brian C. McDaid and his wife Corinne of Rydal, PA and Kevin C. McDaid and his wife Stacy of Brielle, NJ, Brother: John P. McDaid of Laguna Hill, CA, Sister: Marie T. wife of John E. McGinley of Plymouth, PA, Former Spouse: Constance D. McDaid of Jamison, PA and 8 Grandchildren. Services: Memorial Mass will be held on Friday, September 22, 2017 at 11 A.M. in St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 1040 Flexer Ave. Allentown. A calling hour will be held on Friday, from 10 A.M. to 11 A.M. at the Church. Arrangements by the J. S. Burkholder Funeral Home, Allentown. www.jsburkholder.com Contributions: In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in his memory to the Wounded Warrior Project P.O. Box 758517 Topeka, Kansas 66675-8517

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Published by Morning Call on Sep. 21, 2017.

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Richard Battista

September 21, 2017

Condolences and prayers for the entire McDaid family.

September 21, 2017

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jean Pleis

September 21, 2017

Our sincere sympathy to Jim's Sons and Family. Will truly miss our phone conversations and emails..Jim's laughter and sense of humor will be with us always. So fortunate to have shared a great friendship over the years. Ron and Jean Pleis

Chris Widner

September 21, 2017

To the Mcdaid Family, I'm very sorry for your loss. Please accept my deepest sympathies in this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Pat.

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