of Clinton, AR
December 9, 1942 - April 23, 2023
James Harold McGaha, 80, of Clinton was born on December 09, 1942 in Pioneer, Louisiana to the late H.L. and Louise (Copes) McGaha and passed from this life on April 23, 2023 surrounded by his loving family. He was a loving family man as well as a veteran of the United States Army. James spent most of his adult life as a specialist in education. He served as teacher, principal, superintendent and trusted friend.
James is preceded in death by his parents; two sisters, Dorthy Self, Darlene Allen and two brothers, Charles McGaha and Gerald McGaha.
Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of 56 years, Mary (Neal) McGaha; three sons, Jordan White Bull, Joel Youngbear, Christopher White Bull; two daughters, Michelle Parker, Gina Marsh (Henry); eight grandchildren, Trenton (Nikki), Amaya, Zoey, Taiya, Adriel, Charlie, Tacha, Navy; one sister, Mary Barton (Doug); two brothers, Robert McGaha, Larry McGaha (Virginia); other relatives and a host of friends.
Burial will be at 10:00 am April 25, 2023 in the Pleasant Grove Cemetery in Rupert.
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21 Condolence(s)
Kirk & Peggy Hardy
Friday, June 23, 2023
My sweet Mary, Kirk and I are so sad to hear that you lost the love of your life. I was truly blessed to have met and served with James. He was a kind and peaceful soul that I treasured as a friend. I will always remember the time we spent together with your family. We lost a great man but heaven gained a precious soul...
Berniece Jones
Thursday, May 11, 2023
Mr. McGaha was our friend. We pray for peace for the family.
Margie watson
Friday, April 28, 2023
I am sorry for your lost he was a good man!!
Vickie Gammill
Friday, April 28, 2023
I’m so sorry to hear of Mr. MaGaha’s passing he had such a kind and caring demeanor.
Ronda Ivy
Thursday, April 27, 2023
So sorry for your loss. MR McGaha was a fine man who cared about the children at the schools he served and loved his family. Prayers for the year family.
Laudell Massengill
Thursday, April 27, 2023
I am sorry for your loss. Mr McGaha always had such a pleasant smile.
Stanley Bass
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Condolences to the family, He was the Principal at Marion High School in Marion, La. when I attended there. He was always fair in his decisions and always calm. He was a good man.
Jeannetta Jackson
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
Prayers for the family & friend my God bless you.
Melanie Duncan Rawls
Wednesday, April 26, 2023
My heart goes out to you all, Bro Harold was a great man. I cherish the memories of the time I spent with y’all in the summers growing up â¤ï¸
Caitlin worthing
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
He was a wonderful man. I had the pleasure of having him as a teacher in high school. Prayers for his family.
Sherry Thompson
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
My condolences to the Family
Mickie Blackard
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Praise be to God as He has called an Angel home. Mr MaGaha will be missed. As one of his students, he was very well thought of and a very fair and patient man. What a party they are having in heaven now😇âœï¸
Yolanda fields Davis
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Rest in love Mr McGaha you were an awesome principal at Marion High School Mrs McGaha sending Prayers and Condolences to the family
Mary Bruce
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
So sorry for your loss. He was a kind and wonderful person inside and out. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Barbara Douglas Keesee
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
My condolences to the family. He was our former principal at Marion High School.
Mary Jo Burnley
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mr. McGaha I know his gentle , kind spirit will be a treasured memory.
Jackie Plummer
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
I remember how kind Mr. McGaha was when I started working at Alread school. I had never worked in education and he was very patient and knowledgable. I enjoyed my years working there with him and his wife Mary who I worked very closely with for a number of years. I would like to express my deepest sympathy to the family for their loss. I know that God grants comfort through our memories and our family during these times. May He be forthcoming to all of your hearts. My prayers go out to you all.
In fond memories,
Jackie Plummer
Sharon Tyner McDermott
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
I was a student at Marion High School when he was principal. His daughter Michelle was in my class. So very sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family during this time of loss. ðŸ™
Rachel Crabtree
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
Mr. McGaha was such a major part of my life when I lived in Clinton, AR. He and his family always treated me like their own family, and to this day I have so many fond, precious memories of time spent with them. He made a difference in a little girl’s life and I’ll always be thankful. My thoughts and prayers are with the family!
Susan Evans
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
I’m so sorry to hear this. I didn’t find out until after the service. I loved Mr. McGaha and his family! I will be praying for peace and comfort for Mary and the family.
Toney and Sallie Parish
Tuesday, April 25, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss but you will see him again! I (Sallie) worked with Mr. McGaha at school! I pray for God’s peace for your hearts!