Family Log-In

Click Here

James Albert Clemons, 82, of Bellevue, passed away Friday, February 15, 2019. He was born April 14, 1936 in Battle Creek, the son of LeRoy and Marjorie (Berry) Clemons. Jim worked as a farmer his whole life and for Kellogg Co. for 30 years before his retirement. He married Duretha Myers on October 8, 1954 in Battle Creek. Jim was a member of the Kellogg 25 year Club, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie #299, and attended Pleasantview Family Church. He enjoyed golfing and bowling and was involved in many leagues. Jim loved spending his winters in Mercedes, TX. His greatest joy was spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 64 ½ years, Duretha ; daughters, Valerie (Chuck) Tuttle, Valeta (Doug) Norris, and Vickie Mingus; sisters, Marilyn Gordon and Sharon (Al) Ballard; brother-in-law, Cork Berry; longtime friend, Bill Schroder; 7 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, and special cousins from Jackson.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant daughter, Connie Clemons; son Gordon Clemons; son-in-law, Denny Mingus; and sister, Carolyn Berry.
Visitation will be held at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service on Tuesday from 6:00- 8:00 PM. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 11:00 AM at the Pleasantview Family Church with Pastor Steven S. Olmstead officiating. Burial will be at the Assyria Cemetery in Barry County, MI. Memorial tributes may be made to Pleasantview Family Church.