One of Shebyville's best known residents has died.

James E. Macklin, better known as “Poochie,” was born on Sept. 13, 1953, in Hickman, KY, the son of Jannie and Joe Macklin.

His family moved to Shelbyville in 1959.

Macklin was a businessman, at one time owning a successful pub in Shelbyville called “Poochies,” and he was an accomplished woodworker, building furniture pieces for clients and family.

A number of years ago, Macklin was a contestant on the TV game show, Hoosier Millionaire, and won the $1 million grand prize.

In 2011, Macklin ran for a seat on the Shelbyville City Council along with six other Democrat council candidates, and current Clerk-Treasurer Frank Zerr and Mayor Tom DeBaun, who were both elected.

Poochie Macklin is survived by his daughter, Mariaha; brothers Tommy, Henry, Roland, and Bruce Macklin; and sisters, Doris, Brenda, Bettye, and Theresa Macklin; and several nieces and nephews.

Visitation is scheduled from 4 to 8 p.m. today at Crossroads Community Church, 475 Progress Parkway, in Shelbyville.

Funeral services will be at 10 a.m. on Tuesday at the church with Pastor Andy Lee officiating.

Burial will be at Forest Hill Cemetery.

Online condolences may be shared at – www.murphyparks.com.