James Edward McClure

James Edward McClure obituary

James Edward McClure

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1704 North Main St, London, KY 40741

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James McClure Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Bowling Funeral Home - London on Sep. 3, 2025.

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James Edward McClure, born on August 7, 1949, in London, KY, was the beloved son of the late Robert McClure and Mildred Taylor McClure. He was united in marriage to Donna McClure, who precedes him in death. James departed this life on September 2, 2025, at the age of 76.

He is survived by his son, Jonathon McClure, and two daughters, Jeanette Scoggin and Lisa Freeman. James was a proud grandfather to three grandchildren: Azlen McClure of Somerset, KY, and Hope Murray and Trenton McClure, both residing in Florida. He is also survived by his brother, Kenneth McClure (Machelle) of Paintsville, KY, and his sister, Carol Hammock of London, KY, plus a host of other family and friends to mourn his passing.

In addition to his parents and wife, James was preceded in death by four siblings: Robert Earl McClure, Eugene McClure, Katherine Creech, and Lois Love.

James enjoyed his snack cakes and found peace in his rocking chair. He cherished the time spent with his grandchildren and took great care of them.

The memorial service for James Edward McClure will be conducted at 1 pm Tuesday in the Bowling Funeral Home Chapel with Jeff Jackson officiating.

The family of James Edward McClure will receive friends beginning at 12 noon Tuesday until the funeral hour of 1 pm at Bowling Funeral Home.

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Upcoming Events

Sep

9

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Bowling Funeral Home

1704 North Main St, London, KY 40741

Send Flowers

Sep

9

Funeral

1:00 p.m.

BOWLING FUNERAL HOME

1704 North Main St, London, KY 40741

Send Flowers

Services provided by

Bowling Funeral Home - London

Only 4 days left for delivery to next service.