My sweet baby nephew Bear, I love you so much. You were quiet but wise beyond your years. So caring and compassionate. Praying for my sister and her family through this tragic loss.

Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to the Mcgee family. I'm so sorry for your loss.

Me and bear were the best of friends growing up we would always be back and fourth between my house and his we did everything together at times I even looked up to him he’s the reason I played the trumpet in middle school I miss you buddy

James & Shawna, 
My heart breaks for you and your family.  Bear was such a wonderful boy and even though we lost touch after we moved away I always think fondly on our time in the neighborhood.  Bear was always a respectful great kiddo and I'm sure he was an even better young man. God bless you all during this incredibly hard time.

Love you,

Heather Vance-Nelson
Cainon Nelson

Prayers for this family. So heartbreaking. May God give y’all strength and comfort you all.
The Suttons

My grandson, Dr A.R Franco worked with him and played golf with him and called me because he was so sad on this unexpected loss. My condolences to the family. Just by watching his pictures you can see his kindness. What a wonderful young man. May you find comfort  knowing that he is with God and the wonderful memories and kindness that he showed . God Bless 🙏♥️

Driving back to Kansas City from St. Louis, can you tell by their faces how much they love me? I quite literally had to force them to take a selfie with me🤣❤️

We so enjoyed watching Bear grow up next door. His warm smile, quiet manner but with a twinkle in his eyes, and always there to help. You always knew you could depend on Bear. If he said he would do something, it was as good as done.   He always had time to listen. 
He even held my hand while he let me try out his Christmas hover/skateboard thing one year. Everyone loved Bear. It was truly a privilege to know you sir.

I only knew James for a few months, we worked together , but In That short amount of time, I can say he was one of the most genuine people I have ever met in my life. It felt like if you asked he would give you the shirt off his back to help out. He was so kind and he helped me a lot at work as I was just starting and didn’t know much, and I will always be thankful for him for that. I wish I knew him longer and it pains me to see him to leave us so soon, but I know for a fact, he will never be forgotten, my heart goes out to the family during this hard time. 

We will miss you Jimmy, rest easy

One of his first farm calls. We were called
For a “down cow”. The cow had been stuck in the mud. Jimmy is riding it to try to get it up.

Although I didn’t know Jimmy for very long, I had the privilege of working with him for nearly two years. He had such a kind heart and always put others before himself. Jimmy was the first to offer help whenever it was needed and somehow always knew how to fix whatever we managed to break around the clinic or found what we lost. I’ll never forget his regular walks through the clinic, checking in and asking if anyone wanted anything from QT. His gentle spirit and thoughtful gestures will always be remembered.

Jimmy teaching Lainey how to pull up fluids at work 🤍

Knowing Jimmy for about 3- 3 and a half years and working along side him was an unknown gift. Not once did I see him angry or mad, he lent a helping hand wherever it was needed and taught me so much. From the small jokes he would,  crack saying I always missed a spot while cleaning is now something I will cherish forever and miss. I never knew he had the nickname “Bear” until my boyfriend  Garen (who was friends with him and Zach) asked me if someone by the name of Bear worked at the clinic with me and I thought Garen was going crazy for a second! From pool get togethers, board games, those small jokes, saving me and Taylor from a small garden snake, asking if I want anything from the gas station to now. I am forever grateful and those moments are forever cherished. I miss you tons “jimmifer”. Nothing is the same without you. I hope you know how much we all adored you. Thank you for also loving and caring for my dog. She misses her friend too. To the McGhee family. My whole heart, prayers and thoughts are with you. Thank you for sharing him with us.

An overview of where we set up the perfect camp with bear already passed out in his hammock

We finished setting up our camp and cooked food for the night while enjoying the night sky and stars

This is when we  found the perfect camping spot and started building a small shelter to prepare for the end of the world

Bear and Ryan would go between his house and ours to hang out, ride bikes, swimming, watch movies with Mr. Winslow, they had many sleepovers and so many countless memories.

OBITUARY

James David "The Bear" McGhee

16 January, 2001 – 22 April, 2025

Weed-Corley-Fish Funeral Homes & Cremation Services

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