James McLagan's obituary , Passed away on December 31, 2025 in Chatham, Ontario

James McLagan

1941 - December 31, 2025

Chatham, Ontario

James McLagan's obituary , Passed away on December 31, 2025 in Chatham, Ontario

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McKinlay Funeral Home - Ridgetown

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James McLagan Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate James McLagan of Chatham, Ontario, whose life came to an end on December 31, 2025, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, James McLagan II and Ruby McLagan; his wives, Ruth Ellen "Rell" McLagan and Marilyn McLagan; his great grandchildren, Amelia, Memphis, Cameron, Teddy, Murphy and Kennie Lynn; his brother John McLagan; Clarke.

He is survived by: his children, Dave McLagan (Melanie), Lori McCorkle (Ken), Cheryl Lewis (Deryck), Brian Lawson and David Lawson; his grandchildren, Abegail McLagan, Connor McLagan, Kendra Deelstra (Mike), Mark McCorkle (Emily), Andrew McCorkle, Nathan Perry (Christina) and Cassidy Perry (Austin); and his sister Gale McLagan.

Visitation was held on Saturday, January 3rd 2026 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the McKinlay Funeral Home - Chatham (459 St Clair St, Chatham, ON N7L3K6). A memorial service was held on Saturday, January 3rd 2026 from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM at the same location.

Donations made in memory of James to the New Beginnings ABI and Stroke Recovery would be appreciated by the family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McKinlay Funeral Home - Ridgetown



Sat

Jan 03

Visitation

McKinlay Funeral Home - Chatham
459 St Clair St, Chatham, ON N7L3K6

Sat

Jan 03

Memorial service

McKinlay Funeral Home - Chatham
459 St Clair St, Chatham, ON N7L3K6

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