James "Jim" A. Shearer of Huntingtown, MD passed away on Thursday, August 11, 2016 at the age of 80. He was born in Canton, OH on April 29, 1936 to Lois E. (Gerber) and Wilbur E. Shearer.

Jim was a veteran of the Army National Guard. He was the founder and Executive Director of Local #2250 ACE-AFSCME. He enjoyed playing golf, volunteering at the Calvert Animal Welfare League (CAWL), Partners in Care and Calvert Hospital. He was a devoted fan of the Washington Redskins.

Jim was the beloved husband to Sandra (Koury) Shearer, who celebrated their 37th wedding anniversary in March, 2016. Jim was a loving and devoted father to his three children, from his marriage to June P. Fleck, Susan Young, Steven A. Shearer (Sandra) and Michael E. Shearer (Julie). He was the grandfather of seven grandchildren, Samantha, Kendall, Bryan, Duncan, Parker, Fiona and Casey. He is also survived by two brothers, Jerry and Joel Shearer.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Calvert Memorial Hospital Foundation, P O Box 2127, Prince Frederick, MD 20678. Arrangements by Lee Funeral Home.