James J. Klinger was born on August 26, 1965 and passed away on December 21, 2012. He was born in Muskegon to Earl and Jo Ann Klinger. Along with his parents he is survived by 3 children, Kaley (Rob) Pressey, Chrissy Klinger, and Tori Klinger; granddaughter, Arorra Pressey; four siblings, David (Lisa Phillips) Klinger, Mark (Grace) Klinger, Kathi (Jerry) Ferrier and Amy (Jarod) Glover; several nieces and nephews. James worked several years in Grand Haven including Grand Haven Plastics. Cremation has taken place and a private family gathering will be held.