James Tapers McClellan: Loris

1945 – 2026

     James Tapers McClellan of Loris passed away on Monday, Oct. 19, at his home. He was 81.

     Born Feb. 1, 1945, in Loris, he was the son of the late Noah Tapers McClellan and the late Velma Coates McClellan.

     He was a member of Conway Lodge #65 A.F.M.

     Survivors include his loving wife of 63 years, Linda Todd McClellan; a son, Dennis James McClellan; sisters Josephine Thomas and Mitchel Keadle; two step-grandchildren; four step-great-grandchildren; and two God-grandchildren.

     In addition to his parents, Mr. McClellan was predeceased by his brother, Wendell McClellan; and sisters Bessie Mae McClellan Fields and Lillie Thompson.

     Funeral services were planned for 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24, at Macedonia Baptist Church with Pastor Pete Johnson and Rev. David Watts officiating, committal services, with Masonic Rites, following at Twin City Memorial Gardens Cemetery.

     Family planned to receive friends from 1:30 to 3 pm. Saturday, ahead of services at Macedonia Baptist Church.

     Family requests that memorials be made to Macedonia Baptist Church, 2360 Red Bluff Road, Loris, SC 29569.

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