James F. Cleary's obituary , Passed away on February 2, 2026 in Bay City, Michigan

James F. Cleary

January 28, 1945 - February 2, 2026 (81 years old)

Bay City, Michigan

James F. Cleary's obituary , Passed away on February 2, 2026 in Bay City, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Trahan Funeral Chapel

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James F. Cleary

January 28, 1945 - February 2, 2026 (81 years old)

Bay City, Michigan

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James F. Cleary Obituary

The world bids farewell to James F. Cleary (Bay City, Michigan), departing on February 2, 2026 at the age of 81. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jerry Cleary and Eleanor Cleary; and his sister Carolyn Leonard. He is survived by: his spouse Cleo Rich (PT) of Eaton Rapids; his sons, Thadeus and Tyrone; his great grandchildren, Thad Cleary (Charamy), Tyrone Cleary Spencer (Camille) and Meredith Pringle Berrios (Melvin); his grandchildren, Taylor Cleary, Caleb Cleary, Sydney Cleary Vis (Peyton), Kyler Butterworth (Megan), Camden Cleary, Maddox Pringle, Cade Pringle, Sarah Stafford, Hailey Berrios and Kayla Berrios; his great grandchildren, Jed, Auggie, Lainey and Monty Cleary; and his brother Tom Cleary (Lis). He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

The family suggests donations in Jim's memory to The Nature Conservancy.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Trahan Funeral Chapel



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256 N Madison Ave, Bay City, MI 48708

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256 N Madison Ave, Bay City, MI 48708

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