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JAMES F. MCCLELLAN Jr.

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J M Wilkerson Funeral Establishment, Inc. - Petersburg

102 South Ave

Petersburg, Virginia

JAMES MCCLELLAN Obituary

Services for Dr. James F. McClellan Jr. will be held noon Tuesday, Jan. 21, 2014, at Zion Baptist Church, 225 Byrne St., Petersburg, Va.; the Rev. Dr. Andrew J. White Sr., eulogist. Interment to follow at Sunset Memorial Park. Services may be viewed live at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

Family visitation will be held from 7 to 8 p.m. Monday, Jan. 20, 2014, at the funeral establishment, where the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., will hold their Omega Service.

Family members and friends are invited to pay final tribute to Dr. McClellan at www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to the Dr. James F. McClellan Jr. Memorial Fund, P.O. Box 1347, Colonial Heights, VA 23834.

Funeral arrangements entrusted to the staff of J.M. Wilkerson Funeral Establishment Inc., 102 South Ave., Petersburg, Va., 804-732-8911, www.jmwilkersonsince1874.com.

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Published by The Progress-Index on Jan. 20, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for JAMES MCCLELLAN

45 Entries

Jackson Mills (his grandson)

May 9, 2023

all i remember of him was when i was 4 and every weekend we'd go visit my grandparents and i was BALLING MY EYES OUT after he died

Jackson Mills

May 24, 2022

He was my Mom's dad and he died when i was only 3 yrs old and i almost can't remember his voice :(

Lillian K Boyd

January 10, 2022

Warm memories

Kathy West

January 30, 2014

Rest in peace Dr. McClellan, your Job here on earth was well done. Westminster Church member.

January 27, 2014

Dr. McClellan was Man about God's work, he lead the church and was a strong bridge for us for 40 years, the last time I saw him, he prayed for the church even when he was sick. He was supportive of me and my family in many ways. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. To the Family I want to THANK YOU for sharing his life with us at Westminster Presbyterian Church, we loved him and will miss him, and his spirit will be with us because of his faith, what he taught us about God's Love and his deeds. Continue to put God first in your life and he will carry you through the loss of this great man and give you his peace.

Don, Priscilla, & D.A. Mack

January 25, 2014

We are saddened to hear the passing of such a great friend. We will always remember his pleasant spirit and visits to Centerville.

Bob talley

January 24, 2014

Dr.McClellan taught me so much about working with adults and students. The world was a better place because he was with us. He will be missed by many.
Bob Talley

Nellie Williams

January 23, 2014

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

Sherri B. Jones

January 22, 2014

I was sorry to hear of the passing of your husband. My prayers are with you and your family.

Kymber Williams-Wilson

January 22, 2014

To the McClellan Family,

I, along with my Virginia family, was saddened to hear of the loss of your beloved father/husband. on behalf of the Williams Family, I would like to express our deepest condolences. May your memories give you peace and comfort during this difficult time.

Sincerely,

Bruce Twyman

January 22, 2014

I met Dr. McClellan as a very young man on my 2nd job in public relations. He was kind, very professional, but open to inquiry. I didn't stay at VSU very long, but I never forgot him. It speaks volumes about the power of being nice to people. That's a legacy I would want. Like many others, I feel a sense of loss with this good man passing and offer my condolences to his family.

Jean Cobbs

January 21, 2014

To The McClellan Family

I along with my family mourn the passing of our neighbor and friend, Dr. James F. McClellan, Jr. He was a kind, distinguished professional and a dedicated community leader; who never lost his interest in the welfare of others.

Our family shares this great sense of loss. I want you to know that you have our Deepest and Most Sincere Sympathy. Please know that we are here to do whatever we can for you.

With Deepest Sympathy,
Jean R. Cobbs and Family

Robert Chissell

January 21, 2014

Lois, Jean, Julie and Jennifer, My thoughts are with you. I remember Uncle James as an open minded man committed to family, a dedicated and nurturing father, a man of extreme patience and thought. One who seeded beautiful flowers that blossomed into well rounded excellence and radiance. What a legacy to leave.

Mary Dedeaux-Swinton

January 21, 2014

God bless the McClellan family. We are praying for your comfort and peace.
Love,
the Swinton Family

Virginia Hawkins

January 21, 2014

I remember your parents kindness and your dad's warm smile when we stopped at your home for hot chocolate during a MHS Holiday Hay Ride. Hold on to all the wonderfull memories. It is a blessing to have parents that always made you feel loved. May you gather sttength from the love. I know it helped me. Your entire family is in our prayers. Virginia Gibson Hawkins and Larry Hawkins

Randolph Harrison

January 21, 2014

To the McClellan Family:

My Deepest Sympathy for the Loss of Your Loved One. May the perpetual light shine upon him.

Jocelyn Barnwell

January 21, 2014

Dear Lois,
I consider this a personal loss of my neighbor, a gentleman , a gentle man and a functional Christian.
Please accept my sincerest condolences to your outstanding family..
'Jocelyn

Zelda Tucker-Dugger

January 20, 2014

Mrs. McClellan and Family,
May God grant you the courage today to fully rely on Him by walking in faith and trusting in His mighty power. Casting all your care upon Him; for He careth for you. God bless each of you.

Linda and Ron Payton

January 20, 2014

My condolences to cousin James and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

janice johnson

January 20, 2014

Gentle, Gentle, Gentle- what an inspiration and what can I take from Dr. Mac's life, gentle , gentle, gentle, live to the fullest, tap into all your talents, serve your community, love your family, live your life and leave a legacy of love and wisdom and be gentle, gentle, gentle and so I will learn Dr. Mac- will miss you -love to you and family

Jackie (Pat) Slade

January 20, 2014

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times of a loving husband, father and grand-father. You are in my prayers during this difficult time.

January 20, 2014

May God's grace and blessings continue to shine upon your family during this challenging time and beyond.

This world was enriched by the presence and life of Dr. McClellan and his spirit lives on through our fond memories of this great man.
God bless.

The Stith Family
Katie, Karl and Kenneth

The Rogers Family

Rev. Anthony & Victoria Rogers

January 20, 2014

We pray healing,comfort and peace to you. Find great comfort in the wonderful memories you have created. Take one day at a time allowing God's true healing to take place. What a blessing to have met Cousin James at the Atlanta family reunion. He was so approachable, who would have ever known he had such a rich history. We love you and we will continue to lift the family in prayer.

Debbie Hall

January 19, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you Julie and your family.

Jim Schuyler and Frank Dellinger

January 19, 2014

Our prayers and thoughts are with the entire McClellan family and especially with Jenn, David and Jack at this time.

Jacqueline Harvey

January 19, 2014

Although it is difficult today to see beyond your sorrow, may looking back in memory help comfort you tomorrow. I will truly miss Cousin James at the family reunions.

Elizabeth Campbell

January 19, 2014

My deepest sympathies to the McClellan family, my dearest cousins. May God bless you and strengthen you always. It was an honor and a privilege to know Cousin James. He will be missed, but never forgotten.

Lillian Boyd

January 19, 2014

Lois, Jennifer and family,
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We are away at this time, but will contact you upon our return. With sympathy,
Lillian and Frank Boyd

Charles Dane

January 19, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Dr. Mac made the world he lived in a better place and the Petersburg and Chesterfield Area has greatly benefited by his presence in so many ways. I know that his impact on the airport as an Advisory Board member and as Chairman for several years will be felt for years. I know that I am a better person from having known Doc and I will miss him dearly. God Bless Mac's entire family.

Mary Kruse

January 19, 2014

My condolences to the family of Dr. Mac, to the community of Petersburg and the county of Chesterfield. You have lost a great man who used his long life to benefit the lives of so many people. We will never forget him and so he will live on.

Grace Todd

January 18, 2014

To the Family So glad to have studied under this man!! Dr Mac Job well done!!!!

Shirley & Franklin Perry

January 18, 2014

To Lois and Family,
Our prayer is that God almighty will continue to strengthen and keep you in his loving care. We will always remember your family as wonderful next door neighbors.

Dr. Charles W. Campbell, Jr.

January 18, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this difficult time.

LeAnn Binger

January 18, 2014

Roy and I are deeply saddened by the loss of Dr. McClellan. Our prayers are with you and all of the family. He will be greatly missed.
LeAnn and Roy Binger

January 18, 2014

Lois and Family:
We celebrate a life well lived. I shall always remember Jim as a great person, friend and associate. Please call if I may be of help.
Sincerely,
Fred Mistr /320-1915

Charlotte de Dios

January 18, 2014

My heart felt condolences to Dr. McClellan's wife and daughter. I just recently met Dr. McClellan, and from what I've heard he was an amazing man who touched so many hearts. He is now with God.

Evelyn Morris-Harris

January 18, 2014

Mrs. McClellan and Family,
You have our heartfelt sympathy, and we know God will continue to Bless and keep you. We know God doeth all things well and in His time. We will miss Jim so much. We are here for you.
S A D W A C Membership
Evelyn Morris-Harris,President

Betty Walker

January 18, 2014

I am sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Beverly Allen

January 18, 2014

My thoughts and prayers to the family. He was so kind-hearted, whether in the classroom or in the community.
Former Student,

Art Winbourne

January 18, 2014

Dr. McClellan played a very key role as secretary of The Petersburg Pilots Association. His hard work and monthly newsletter has already been missed during the last several months of his illness. He will not be forgotten by his fellow pilots.

BARBARA LEE

January 18, 2014

With Deepest Sympathy for the loss of your Father.

Yvonne Madison

January 17, 2014

Our prayers are with you.
He was a special person and will be missed by all who knew and loved him.

Battinto Batts, Sr,

January 17, 2014

To the Family:

With Deepest Sympathy for the Loss of Your Loved One.

God Bless!

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