James "Jim" McBay's obituary , Passed away on December 19, 2025 in Lafayette, Louisiana

James "Jim" McBay

March 7, 1942 - December 19, 2025 (83 years old)

Lafayette, Louisiana

James "Jim" McBay's obituary , Passed away on December 19, 2025 in Lafayette, Louisiana

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Melancon Funeral Home Inc

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James "Jim" McBay

March 7, 1942 - December 19, 2025 (83 years old)

Lafayette, Louisiana

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James McBay Obituary

The world bids farewell to James McBay of Lafayette, Louisiana, departing on December 19, 2025 at the age of 83. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

As we bid farewell to this luminous soul, let his loved ones carry forward the torch of his memory, illuminating the path ahead with the warmth of his love and the brilliance of his spirit. Though James may journey beyond the horizon of our sight, his essence remains woven into the very fabric of our being — a guiding light in the darkness, a beacon of hope in the night.

He was predeceased by: his mother Wilma Pauline Wilson; his grandparents, George and Bessie Mayes; and his aunt Sara Sue Mayes. He is survived by: his significant other Charlene M. Romero; his pet Zoe; his children, Christopher McBay (Angela) and Michele Miller (Charity Angelle); his brother Robert "Bob" Mayes; and his caregiver Megan Comeaux. He is also survived by four grandchildren; and five great grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Melancon Funeral Home Inc



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