James Edward Clare Jr.

James "Jim" Edward Clare, Jr. from Cumming, GA - dedicated husband, father of three, and friend of many - passed away on October 16, 2022, at the age of 79.

Jim was born in Rochester, NY and was preceded in death by his parents, James Edward and Mary Rose Clare. Jim is survived by his loving wife, Clare Anne Clare; they celebrated 54 years on September 14th. Jim and Clare had three children; Lisa Marie (James) Kelley, Patrick Joseph Clare, and David James (Jessica) Clare; along with their three grandchildren; Amber Rose Kelley, Connor James Kelley, and Finley James Clare.

Jim graduated from Central Missouri State College, where he received a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration. He then served in the Army as a Chaplain's Assistant in Fort Hood, TX. After retiring from a 28 year career with IBM, Jim started Ark Pest Control in Cumming, GA. Jim has served his community as a volunteer fireman in Farmington, NY, a JR Achievement Program Manager at Sprayberry High School, a member of the Knights of Columbus, and most recently a greeter and shuttle driver for Northside Hospital. He was a dog lover, coach, bowler, golfer, and baseball fan... Go Braves! As a true Irishman, Jim loved conversing and telling jokes; making people laugh brought him joy. He was a faithful man and a true Soldier of God who will be dearly missed by all.

A Funeral Mass Service will be held at St. Brendan The Navigator Catholic Church on Thursday, October 20th. Visitation begins at Noon, leading up to his service at 1:00 PM, followed by a reception at the church.

A Military Burial Service will be held at the Georgia National Cemetery on a later date.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made in Jim's honor to The Place of Forsyth County, Inc.

Condolences may be expressed at www.mcdonaldandson.com.

Arrangements made by McDonald and Son Funeral Home at 150 Sawnee Drive, Cumming, GA 30040 / (770) 886.9899.