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James McNear Obituary
James G. McNear Sr., 52, passed away August 1, 2013 in his West Reading residence. Born in West Reading, he was a son of Shirley (Greene), wife of Robert P. Warmkessel, Reading, and the late Willis J. McNear.
He was a graduate of Muhlenberg High School. Jim was a boilermaker for 3B Services, Inc. for 13 years.
Those who knew Jim are aware he was an avid bicyclist and a member of the Berks County Mustang Car Club. He was near completion to becoming a Freemason. Jim was most happiest spending time with his family and grandchildren.
He is survived by his sons: Corey J., husband of Theresa McNear, and their two children, Madison and Carter, Naperville, IL; and James G. McNear Jr., West Reading. Also surviving is his wife, Shannon McNear, West Reading, and stepdaughter, Hope Fisher, Madrid, Spain. Also surviving are his sisters: Cindy McNear, Reading; and Christine Bender, Mohrsville; his stepsister, Kathy Warmkessel, Reading; and his stepbrothers, Kevin Warmkessel, Womelsdorf, and Keith Warmkessel, Blandon. Jim was predeceased by his stepbrother, Robert Warmkessel Jr.
Services will be Monday at 11 a.m. in Edward J. Kuhn Funeral Home, Inc., 739 Penn Ave., West Reading. A viewing will be held Sunday from 5 to 7 p.m. in the funeral home. Burial will be in Sinking Spring Cemetery.
Online condolences may be recorded at www.kuhnfuneralhome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for James McNear
John Brobst
August 15, 2013
Brother Jim-
Although I only knew you a short time during your journey to become a Freemason, you will always be my Brother. It was wonderful to see the pride in your face when you became a member of our Lodge and how excited you were as you looked forward to attending your first meeting in September. From the Members of Pulaski Lodge #216 and myself, God bless you my Brother and our condolences to your family and friends.
Louie Soltys
August 10, 2013
Jim, We worked together for many years at Rockwell International and shared many great and crazy memories. You were always there to help anyone who needed it especilly me on the CNC lathe. We use to love to bust each others buns but always in a fun way. Peace be with you my brother, and prayers go out to you and your family.
Joshette Herbein
August 8, 2013
So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
SHARON& PENNY GROMLING
August 6, 2013
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU,JIM WAS GOOD FRIEND TO ALL THAT KNEW HIM,WILL NEVER FORGET ALL OF US GOING OUT TO DINNER ,AND DANCING.WE WILL ALL MISS U A BUNCH,SHARON,PENNY GARY, GORDON,KIMMY.AND LORI R.I.P.
Lori Henry-Phillips
August 5, 2013
My dear friend,Will miss you ,and i will never forget all the times we all went out dancing Iam sure you are riding and dancing in the heavans My thoughts and prayers are with your family at this time!!
Rusty Hoover
August 5, 2013
Jimi, Cory and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I have no doubt, he is so proud of both of you.
EJ Breneman
August 4, 2013
it's still hard to believe you're gone at 52..you will be missed but the memories of you will live on everytime we look at Madi and Carter and know they will grow-up knowing what a wonderful grandfather they had, So ride far and fast and never get tired..RIP James McNear.
August 4, 2013
Shirley and family,
My deepest smypathy to Shirley and entire family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this very sad time. I remember him as a little boy
FONDLY,
Grace Sweitzer Adams
DALE ANGSTADT
August 3, 2013
My thoughts and prayers to the family. I will deeply miss you as a friend and Great co-worker. We did some Great jobs together and as we ended each day saying-"LOVE YA LIKE A BROTHER MAN". These words were real and I will sadly and deeply miss YOU! Rest in peace my friend.
Michael Stout
August 3, 2013
My friend, may.you rest in peace. You will live on in my memory forever. You will be deeply missed.
michelle barnett
August 3, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the whole family. May god watch over his whole family at this time.
August 3, 2013
He was the father our two boys Corey and Jimmy.I was divorce from him but still taking it very hard,he was a very quiet man and very private.I pray for our boys they can carry on but always no there is a big part of there father in both of them.R.I.P Jim and I will carry a piece in my heart forever
Karen
Cindy McNear
August 3, 2013
Jim
i love you and will miss you so much. Say Hi to Dad and Grandmom and grandmom Kelly let them know they are missed so much. I love you brother.
August 3, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with he family. He was a true Mustang enthusiast and will be missed.
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