James Ernest McElroy, age 69, passed away suddenly on April 9, 2018. He was born in Mobile, AL on December 6, 1948. He is survived by his children Jennifer Lynn McElroy and Kevin Brian McElroy, beloved granddaughter Madeline Ann Richardson, brother Richard McElroy (Leann), sisters Joyce Jackson, Kathy Summer (Bob), and Janet Richardson (Bob), all his nieces and nephews, great nieces and nephews, and all his wonderful friends. Services will be Thursday April 12, 2018 at Radney Funeral Home on Dauphin St. Visitation will be 11-12 with service to follow at 12. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation to the Animal Rescue Foundation of Mobile.