Luverne James McNamara, lovingly known as "Mac," passed away on Wednesday, January 29 due to complications from COPD. Born on July 25, 1940, in LeRoy, North Dakota, he was the cherished son of Alberta (Doyle) and Raymond McNamara.
Mac grew up in Leroy and attended school in Bathgate, North Dakota. In October 1958, he proudly enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving his country with honor until his discharge in 1962.
In 1963, Mac married Phyllis (Quinnell) McNamara of Neche, ND, and together they welcomed their son, Curtis Lee McNamara. Later in life, Mac found love again and married Betty (McKay) McNamara on August 26, 1982. The couple shared a life filled with adventure, residing in Waldorf, Maryland; Roswell, New Mexico; Rockton, Illinois; and eventually retiring in Warsaw, Missouri.
Mac’s professional journey included working for Boeing in Seattle from 1968 to 1970 as part of the historic rollout crew for the first-ever Boeing 747. He later dedicated 42 years to Motor Coach Industries in Pembina, North Dakota.
A man of many talents and passions, Mac loved exploring the country in his RV, playing golf and fixing anything that needed repair. Known for his ingenuity and practical wisdom, he was a natural teacher of common sense. Animals held a special place in his heart, and his quick wit and kind spirit endeared him to all who knew him.
Mac is preceded in death by his parents; his sister Mary Louise and her husband Leo McGauvran; and his grandson Zach Sims.
He is survived by his beloved wife Betty McNamara; his son Curtis McNamara and daughter-in-law Victoria; granddaughters Alexa and Samantha McNamara; his brother Harold and wife Judynne McNamara; his brother Bobby and wife Carol McNamara; stepdaughters Theresa Coats and husband Mickey, Sandra Willi and husband Scott, and Susan Sims; grandchildren Emily Sims and Levi Sims; and grandchildren Jacob and Josh Willi.
Mac’s memory will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved him. May his legacy of humor, kindness, and ingenuity bring comfort to all who knew him.
A visitation will be held at the Reser Funeral Home in Warsaw, Missouri on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 from 1:00-2:00pm, with a short memorial service at 2:00pm. All are welcome.
Memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the National Cancer Society c/o the Reser Funeral Home P.O. Box 910 Warsaw, Missouri.
