MERCER – James T. McGlashing passed away suddenly on Jan. 19, 2024. He was born Jan. 21, 1953, in Cambridge, Mass. to Walter and Dorothy McGlashing.

James had a strong work ethic starting at a young age and started working for Russel Brothers Recycling at just 14. He went on to haul for various companies as a trucker for many years. Ultimately, James went into building, which he loved. He could build just about anything.

He met and fell in love with his wife, Theresa, who he married Sept 9, 1978. Together they had five children. James and Theresa decided to leave the city life behind and moved to Maine to raise them. James enjoyed hanging out with his car buddies and working on his 1956 Chevy Bel-Air. He enjoyed telling stories from the past, and could strike up a conversation with just about anyone. James was the BEST Grampa “Pa” and loved spending time with his grandchildren.

James was predeceased by his parents, Walter McGlashing and Dorothy McGlashing of Cambridge, Mass. (and later Belgrade Maine); and his brother, Tommy McGlashing of Somerville, Mass.

He is survived by his wife, Theresa McGlashing of Mercer; his five children, Jame McGlashing Jr. and his wife Olga of Framingham, Mass., Stacy McGlashing and her partner Dave of Wilmington, Mass., Joseph McGlashing and his wife Betsy of Oakland; Elizabeth McGlashing of Somerville, Mass., and Katie McGlashing and her fiance Jason of Skowhegan; nine grandchildren, Kalie, Isabella, Ella, Olivia, Aubree, Tyler, Wyatt, Madelyn, and Everly,; and one great grandson, Khyree.

Visiting hours will be held at Wheeler Funeral Home in Oakland, Friday, Jan. 26, 2024, from 6 – 8 p.m. with a service Saturday, Jan. 27, at 1 p.m. Burial will be announced at a later date.

Arrangements are in the care of Wheeler Funeral Home 26 Church Street Oakland Maine where memories may be shared, and an online register book signed by visiting http://www.lawrybrothers.com.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to the:

American Heart

Association



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