William "Jim" Shearer of Goshen, Ohio born in Nicholasville, Kentucky. Husband of the late Bessie Shearer. Father of Paul Shearer and the late Clark Shearer. Brother and Brother-in-law of Harlan and Elizabeth Shearer. Grandfather of 1 Grand Daughter. Also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Jim was preceeded in death by his parents Elijah and Mary Parker Shearer. Sisters Pearl, Goldie, Rosie, Edith, Elizabeth, and Lottie. Brothers Elijah, Marian, Henry, and Ulyssis S. Grant Shearer. If desired memorial contributions in memory of Jim may be directed to: Christian Nation Church Building Fund, 10303 Cozaddale Murdock Road Goshen, Ohio 45122