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James H. "Jim" McClain

Passed 5/4/2012

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Obituary For James H. "Jim" McClain

James H. “Jim” McClain, 87, of Steubenville died Friday, May 4, 2012 at Trinity West.  He was born in Steubenville on April 6, 1925 a son of the late Russell and Mary Ellen Hollis McClain.  Jim was retired from Ohio Operating Engineers as a heavy equipment operator.   He was a very proud WWII veteran, having served with the 5th Marine division during Iwo Jima and occupied Japan.  He was a member of Pilgrim Lodge 691 F&AM, Scottish Rite Valley of Steubenville, Alladin Shrine, Steubenville Shrine Club, former Island Creek Township Trustee, Jefferson County Township Association, Marine Corp Association, Marines Band of Brothers, American Legion Post 557, Steubenville Rifle and Pistol Club, Lifetime member of Disabled American Veterans, NRA member, Steubenville Saddle Club, American Saddle Bred Horse Association and horse show judge.  Jim was also a guest at the commission of the U.S.S. Iwo Jima and attended many marine corp. reunions.  He attended Richmond Presbyterian Church.  In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his 2nd wife Ruth Himes McClain; son James McClain and his sister Lillian Mae Miller.  Jim is survived by his wife Donna Moore McClain, they were married July 14, 1999; daughter Nancy McClain and his son Rusty (Georgia) McClain, both of Boulder City, NV; grandchildren Sara (Matt) Sheldon of Boulder City, NV and Austin (Micheline) McClain of Las Vegas, NV; great grandchildren McKenzie, Jak and Lee Sheldon; step-daughters Ruth “Tootie” (Ed) Shrieve of Chapel Hill, NC and Carol “Tiny” Scott of Toronto, OH; sister Mary Ellen McClain Reed of Willoughby, OH; step-grandchildren Sherry, Keith, Denise and David; 5 step great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews.  Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home, 215 Fernwood Rd., Wintersville, OH on Monday 2-4 and 6-8p.m., where funeral will be held on Tuesday, 12:30p.m. with Pastor Jason Elliott officiating.  Burial at Fort Steuben.  Ohio Valley Veterans Memorial Squad will conduct military honors at the cemetery. 

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  • 09/03/2024

    Dave White

    My deepest heart felt sympothy. When I was a young teen in the 70's Bodean(thats what I called Jim) taught me to back up the manure spreader. I used to struggle so much and he'd laugh. He had a horse named Stripper that hated me and Bodine thought it was funny that I was afraid of him. Years later we met up again as I took care of his Mustang for him. I have so many memories and I'm greatful and honored to have had him as part of my life. Rest in peace my friend and I'll see you soon. Dave White (Whitey)

  • 09/03/2024

    Tom & Donna

    We were saddened to hear of Jim's passing. He was such a wonderful friend to Uncle Frank, Aunt Mary and Uncle Bill. He always had a big smile for everyone and was a proud Marine. He will be missed! Tom and Donna Lukacena

  • 09/03/2024

    Joanie Caleodis

    My sympathy for your loss. Although he was not really my uncle, I have always called him Uncle Jimmy. He was a dear friend of my fathers and I know that we will all miss him. He always loved to travel to the New River Gorge and everytime I had seen him we always talked about those trips. May he rest in peace.

  • 09/03/2024

    Matt, Sara, McKenzie, Jak, and Lee

    We love you and will miss you dearly until we can meet again.

  • 09/03/2024

    Annabelle mcClain

  • 09/03/2024

    Terry Masci

    Jim and Donna are in our prayers. Jim is a great man from a family of great men and women who served and serve our country. He took a large group of our family out to the local shooting range and we had so much fun and were so thankful for Jim's hospitality that we will never forget it. You could easily see that he enojed life and enjoyed sharing his passions with others. We will always remember the big smile on his face as he watched each of us try and hold on to his M1 when we fired it. What a kick it had. Semper Fi Jim you are a class act......Love Terry & Robin Masci and Family

  • 09/03/2024

    Barry & Iris Bardone

    Donna, with tears in my eyes and heart I'm sadden for Jim's passing. A good Marine, a good man and we are honored to know him. I'll talk about him for years to come. He'll be missed! Bless you Donna, anything at all, just call.

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