JAMES "JIM" FINLEY McCLELLAND

December 7, 1950 - October 20, 2021

James “Jim” Finley McClelland, 70, of McCalla, formerly of Fairfield, went home to be with his Lord on October 20, 2021. Jim was born on December 7, 1950, at St. Vincent Hospital, in Birmingham, Alabama. He was a deacon and a member of the Spiritual Life team of Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, formerly First Presbyterian Church Bessemer. Jim was forever an Eagle Scout, a patriotic Veteran, a well-versed Historian, a light-hearted Jokester, and a man with a caring heart. Jim was preceded in death by his beloved parents Robert Bruce, Sr. and Margaret McClelland. He is survived by his brother Bruce McClelland, Jr. (Suzanne Beaudry); sister Janette Wilder (Johnny); niece Megan Wilder; great nephews Kaiden and Aiden Wilder; his Church family; and numerous friends. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 6, 2021, at Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, 5081 Eastern Valley Road, McCalla, AL 35111. An informal visitation will follow. In lieu of the of flowers the family suggests the donations be made to Shepherd of the Valley Presbyterian Church, or your favorite charity.