Two Chapel Locations
Tecumseh Chapel
Mgr. Nicholas F Handler Jr
313 W Pottawatamie Street
Tecumseh, MI 49286
(517) 423-2525
Clinton Chapel
Mgr. Craig K. Roe
302 N Jackson Street
Clinton, MI 49236
(517) 456-4164
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Obituary Details
Obituary For
James E. Marcum, Sr.
02/27/1931 - 07/12/2010
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James Eugene "Jim" Marcum, Sr., passed away Monday, July 12, at St. Joseph Mercy Hospital, Ann Arbor surrounded by the love of his family. He was 79. Jim was born in Rowan County, KY on February 27, 1931 to William and Chloe (Hall) Marcum, one of six children. He attended Fort Gay High School and dreamed of becoming a pilot with the Air Force. Upon discovering he had severe color blindness he went on to become one of the first very few jet engine mechanics at the time in USAF. After his honorable military discharge he left for southern Michigan, where he met and married the love of his life, Joyce Dowling, on March 29, 1956, and they began their life together. His work career included time as a plumbing apprentice, construction, and working at the Clinton Engine company. He later retired, in 1992, from the Ford Motor Company after spending 30 years at the Rawsonville facility.
The family spent many fun times at their cabin on Houghton Lake, enjoying snowmobiling, hunting, being with friends, and all the experiences of lake life. After his retirement he became an accomplished woodworker and shared his creations with all his family members. Jim did not shy away from the recent technology boom; but rather embraces the creation of new skills on the PC and digital photography. He was also a member of the Southern Michigan Antique Tractor and Engine Association (SMATEA) and the American Legion, Post # 176, Pieper-Hall-Sparks, Clinton, of which he was the longest continuous member. Jim cherished the many close friends he came upon in life and always was ready to lend a hand to any and all in need. He will surely be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Jim leaves to mourn, his loving wife of 54+ years, Joyce, and 5 children; James and Vicky Marcum of Dyer, IN, Tim and Linda (Gamboe) of Clinton, Tammy and Dennis Sweet of Clinton, Thom and Cindy (Lindh) of Britton, and Mike Marcum of Fishers, IN. Jim was truly blessed and very proud by his 10 awesome grandchildren who lightened his life without end; Zachary Marcum of Los Angeles, CA, Jenna Marcum of Livonia, Jese Marcum of Clinton, Randi (Cassidy) Reiser of Clinton, Ryan Seiser (fiance`-Catey DiCenzo) of Columbus, OH, Marcus (Emily) Seiser of Georgia, Cassel and Anne Marcum of Britton, and Andrew and Alex Marcum of Onsted. Jim's life was also blessed with the time he was able to know and love his great grandson, Mitchell James Reiser, also of Clinton.
The family will receive friends, share our sadness of his leaving, and enjoy the many great stories and memories he was able to leave in our heart on Wednesday, July 14 at the Clinton Chapel of the Handler Funeral Homes from 2-4 and 6-8 PM, where funeral services celebrating his life will be held on Thursday at 11 AM. Rev. Richard Mortimer of the First Presbyterian Church, Tecumseh will officiate. Burial will follow at Riverside Cemetery, Clinton with full Military Honors under the auspices of the Clinton American Legion. In lieu of flowers, the family request that memorial gifts in his name be given to the Clinton Volunteer Fire Department or the charity of the Donor's Choice.
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