Instead of War Remembers Peace Advocate, Jim McGinnis

McGinnis, James (Jim) III Ended his time here on earth and began his eternal life on Thursday, August 13, 2009. He was 66 years old. Jim was a teacher, activist, writer and workshop leader on peace and justice issues.

He was an amazing husband of 42 years to Kathleen (Kathy) McCoy; a wonderful father and mentor to his three children: Thomas, David (Erica) and Theresa; a playful grandfather to Bria, Aidan and Maddex; a loving brother to Mary Anne James (Aptos, California), Susan James (Clearwater, Florida) and Patricia Ryan (deceased). Jim was a friend, an inspiration to countless people, an uncle, cousin, brother to many and, most of all, a strong, faithful, loving man.

He walked the walk and practiced what he preached. The world is and will be a better place because he lived. He is at home now, resting in God's loving arms.

If You Want Peace, Work for Justice. Services: Jim's body has been donated to St. Louis University School of Medicine. A memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, August 18, 2009 at 7 PM at St. Alphonsus Rock Church, Cook and Grand. The family will be at the church at 5PM to greet friends and accept condolences. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be sent to the Institute for Peace and Justice, 475 E. Lockwood Ave, St. Louis, MO 63119.

The Beacon's story on Jim: http://www.stlbeacon.org/obits/james_b_mcginnis_iii_obituary

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