TRAVERSE CITY — James Patrick "JR" McCormick, 61, of Traverse City, passed away at home surrounded by his family, after a short but brave fight against cancer. JR was originally from Mt. Pleasant and a graduate of Sacred Heart Academy in 1968. He earned his bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University. He leaves behind his loving son, Jim; daughter, Shelly (Brent) Easton; the love of his life, Kathy Lyons; his parents, Pat and Ann; his brother, Mike (Crystal); sisters, Sally (John), Patty (Jim), Kathy (Dave) and Karen (Brian), along with numerous nieces and nephews. But most importantly his only grandchild, Lily survives, whom he loved and spoiled and who loved her "Papa" very much. He touched the lives of all those who knew him with his big smile or his generosity. He loved to spend his time on the bay, either fishing or just cruising at sunset. His laugh, his love and his commitment to his family, friends and co-workers will be greatly missed, but never forgotten. We love you Dad!Memorial services will be held at 3 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 20, at The Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, Traverse City, with Paul Caszatt, JR's brother-in-law, officiating.In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the family. Please share your memories of JR with his family by way of his online guestbook at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com .