LaMar McClure
August 9, 1929 ~ April 24, 2016
LaMar McClure, age 86, of Thompson, Ohio, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, April 24, 2016 at home. He was born August 9, 1929 in Brundidge, Alabama to Ossie (Siler) and Robert Walter McClure. He married Kathryn Doherty in Cleveland on July 17, 1976.
Growing up in Alabama, LaMar was a 1948 graduate of Bowen High School. He served in the US AirForce and taught riflery and marksmanship. With his wife, Kathy, he owned and operated the LaMar Printing Company. As an active member of Grace Ev. Lutheran Church in Thompson, he served as president of Council and was affectionately known as the "Donut Man". Currently, he was a member of Trinity Lutheran Church in Cleveland where he was involved with the homeless ministry. Everyone enjoyed LaMar's welcoming smile as a Wal-Mart greeter in Middlefield and as a part-time school bus driver in the Ledgemont School District.
He is survived and will be deeply missed by his wife, Kathy; sons, LaMar Jr. (Robbie), Mark, Maurice, Myron (Laverta), and Ryan (Elizabeth Anne) McClure; daughters, Felicia Esiobu, Karen Franklin, Shervon (John) Simpson, MarLa McClure, and Shannon (Jeremy) McClure; a legacy of adoring grandchildren, great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, son, Darcel; brothers, Walter and Billy; and sisters, Annie Grace and Annie Jewel.
Friends will be received 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. on Friday, April 29, 2016 at The Behm Family Funeral Home, 26 River Street, Madison, Ohio. A Funeral Service will take place at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, 2016 at Grace Lutheran Church, 8091 Plank Road, Thompson, Ohio. Pastor Donald Coulter and Pastor Jerry Mitchell will officiate the service. Final resting place will be Maple Grove Cemetery, Thompson, Ohio.
Contributions may be made to the Trinity Lutheran Church, memo: Homeless Ministry, 2031 West 30th Street, Cleveland, OH 44113 Or Lutheran World Relief, Heifer Project, PO Box 17061, Baltimore, MD 21297-1061.
Friends may leave condolences online at www.behmfuneral.com
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Dear Kathy and family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time. Tom, Andrew and Carissa
Mac was the Best Friend anyone could ever have, he would do anything and everything for you!! We Loved him so very much, and he will greatly be missed!! He was a Legend!! Word can't explain what is in our Hearts! Rest in Peace May God Bless You
Thoughts and prayers to your family. I remember Mr. McClure very fondly as my elementary school bus driver. I still talk about him today. He was always smiling and such a kind man.
Dear Kathy and family, We are so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Heaven just gained one very special angel. May he rest in peace.
Always smiling, always happy. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful man with everyone in Thompson. He will forever be in our hearts.
We always enjoyed LaMar. His smile was never to forget. Much love to you and your family.
Kathy my heart goes out to you and your family . LaMar was a wonderful man and awsome God father to my daughter .He will be missed by many .God Bless you all
I will always remember LaMar as being a lovely gentleman….someone the children adored. My condolences to his family.
Kathy and family. Our deepest sympathy to all. What can we possibly say about our friend and neighbor for over 30 years? Certainly a happy man, a very kind spirit with a smile always. A life lived well and resting under God's eternal watch. Russ & Vicki
So sorry to hear of LaMar s passing, I am sure he will be greatly missed, regards to Kathy and family Sincerely Virginia George Strashensky
Lemar McClure was a wonderful man with a wonderful heart he will be surely missed.
Shervon & Family, we are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May you find peace and comfort in this difficult time.
Your family at Northeast Atlanta ENT
Kathy & Family, So sorry to hear about LaMar. This man was the kindest, happiest person. Always a smile and a good word to all. Treated everyone with respect. I know that he will truly be missed, but one day you will all be reunited. Your family is in out thoughts and prayers. God Bless. John & Sarah McDonald
Condolences to you all, I am sorry for your loss. He will be sorely missed. It's been a while since I have seen him but when I was in Walmart I always. May GOD bless and keep you in your time of need, and always Much love to you all.
Mac was such a kind and gentle soul. He will truly be missed! Remember that God remains close to the broken hearted. He will hold your hand during this difficult time and bring your family strength for each day and comfort for your tears, for they are prayers too and God hears them even when we don't speak. May the wonderful memories of Mac and the love of your family and friends bring you peace and comfort. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Uncle Mac was what I called him I had great times at him and Aunt Annie Jewels home!! Prayers& My deepest condolences to the family!!Paula Johnson
Kathryn and family , Our deepest Sympathy,. Mac was a great friend to all that knew him. He was always kind. We will always cherish the memories we shared with him. We pray that God will comfort all of you.
Kathy, so sorry for your loss. Sending love & strength to you and your family.