McAnallen

James B. “Jimmy” McAnallen III, 83, of Butler, a well-known former Chicora resident, passed away Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, at Butler Memorial Hospital.

James was born in Karns City on Aug. 27, 1941. He was the son of the late James B. Jr. and Lucille Hiles McAnallen.

Jimmy attended schools in Karns City, Sharon and Pittsburgh and was a member of Mater Dolorosa Roman Catholic Church in Chicora. He was a classic car enthusiast and bought and sold several cars throughout his life. Most recently, Jimmy was a proud owner of a 1975 Volkswagen Bug convertible. He enjoyed going to car shows and was an honorary member of the Rodfathers.

He looked forward to going to Ridgeview Sun and Swim and attending dances at the Fairview American Legion. He enjoyed watching TV, especially soap operas and “Law and Order.” Jimmy was an avid Pittsburgh Steelers fan, as well as a Penn State and Ohio State football fan. In his earlier years, Jimmy was a loyal Karns City Gremlin basketball fan and always could be seen sitting courtside at the home games. He most especially enjoyed visiting and talking with anyone, anywhere, anytime.

He is survived by his sister and longtime loving and loyal caregiver, B. Elaine Boyd, and her husband, James M., of Renfrew; as well as many cousins and friends.

The family would like to express their thanks to Jimmy’s many caregivers over the years.

MCANALLEN — Friends of James B. “Jimmy” McAnallen III, who died Sunday, Dec. 29, 2024, will be received from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday at HILE FUNERAL HOME OF CHICORA, 339 Chicora Fenelton Road, Chicora.

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 1 p.m. Friday at Mater Dolorosa Roman Catholic Church, 409 N. Main St., Chicora, with the Rev. Matt McClain, church pastor, officiating. Interment will be at St. Patrick Cemetery, Sugarcreek Township, Armstrong County.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Butler County Special Olympics at www.specialolympicspa.org.

Condolences may be sent by visiting www.hilefh.com.

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