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James J. McGinnis

Passed 12/19/2011

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Obituary For James J. McGinnis

James J. McGinnis, 79, of Wintersville, OH, died Monday, December 19, 2011 at his home.  He was born March 21, 1932 in Steubenville, Ohio a son of the late Edward & Helen Hinckley McGinnis.  James retired from National Steel in 1980 and was a member of the 25 Year Club.  He was a member of Wintersville VFW, American Legion Post #0557, Mens Hibernians Club, Weirton Seniors Club.  He loved flea markets and football.  James served in the Korean War from 1949 – 1953.  Preceding James in death were four brothers John, Hugh, Fred and Bob McGinnis and five sisters Marge Caples, Helen Slocum, Kay Phillips, Patty Marker and Gladys Kuczykowski.  Surviving are his wife June Noble McGinnis whom he married on July 13, 1954; two sons James McGinnis, Jr. of Seattle, WA and Shawn M. (Maggie) McGinnis of Wintersville, OH; three daughters Sharon (Bill) Stevenson of Wintersville, OH, Cindy (Dennis) Mason of West Bloomfield, MI and Linda (John) McGlone of Wintersville, OH; nine grandchildren; one great granddaughter; sister Jane Robinson of Florida and brother Ed “Shag” McGinnis of California.  Friends may call at Dunlope-Shorac Funeral Home Wintersville Wednesday 6 – 8 p.m.  Vigil service Wednesday 7:45 p.m.  Burial at Mt. Calvary Cemetery.

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  • 09/03/2024

    Sonny Hinckley

    I just found out James is with the Lord. I'm sorry for the families loss and we will all miss our friend. Joe Hinckley was my Dad. James and I played together when we were kids and had a ball. If anyone would like to contact me, send me a email. I sure would like to here from you. I live in Texas now was in Las Vegas, glad to be home. I'm 80 years old will be 81 in February 1, 2013. Again I'll miss talking with James. Sonny Hinckley

  • 09/03/2024

    Mila Jean Orbovich

    Shawn, Maggie, and family. So sorry for you loss. My prayers are with you all during this difficult time.

  • 09/03/2024

    Kellett Construction Company

    Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We are very sorry for your loss. The Staff at Kellett Construction Company

  • 09/03/2024

    Jeff and Judi Wilson

    Shawn and Family Thoughts and Prayers with You All

  • 09/03/2024

    Karen (Slocum) King

    Dear Aunt June and family, I am sorry to hear about Uncle Jimmy passing away. Christmas time at your house was one of my fondest memories of him. You and the kids are in my thoughts and prayers and I know my dad, especially is thinking of him today also. Love, Karen Slocum King

  • 09/03/2024

    EDWARD KOSKI

    To the mcginnis family-sorry for your loss

  • 09/03/2024

    Debbie Kidder

    Jim Jr. and Family, my heart and thoughts are with you.

  • 09/03/2024

    Russ & Carol Anderson

    Dear McGinnis Family, We're sorry to hear about your loss, he'll be missed but you'll have wonderful memories to hold him in your heart. With our deepest sympathy. Russ & Carol

  • 09/03/2024

    Patty Scheel

    Shawn & Maggie: Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Cliff and Patty

  • 09/03/2024

    NANCY (MCGINNIS)ANTILL

    Dear Aunt June and family, sorry to hear of Jim's passing. Our prayers are with you.

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