Eddie R McClelland
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Edward Roscoe "Eddie" Mcclelland
Age 77, a lifetime resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 18, 2024 while at home with his sweetheart of 59 years, Dianne McClelland. He was born August 14, 1946 in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, the son of Jack R. and Vera Juanita (Wray) McClelland.
Eddie was born and raised in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. He met his wife in the 1st grade and together and in love, they graduated from Prairie Grove High School in 1964. He is remembered in the Prairie Grove Hall of Pride as valedictorian of his class and for recognition of his athletic talent. Eddie was scouted by Freddy Hawn in ‘64 to play for the St. Louis Cardinals where he played for 2 seasons before coming home to his wife and starting their family in 1965. He worked for Standard Register while volunteering for the Prairie Grove Fire Department until becoming the town barber at Jack’s Barber Shop in 1967, where he cut hair and built timeless relationships for 48 years. In that time, Eddie and Dianne had 3 children: Shawn, Benton, and Shannon. Then in 2014, Eddie retired and spent as many days as he could doing what he loved most - hunting, fishing, gardening and eating Dianne’s incredible home cooked meals.
The family will receive friends Thursday, February 22, 2024, 5:00-7:00 PM at Prairie Grove Church of Christ.
Age 77, a lifetime resident of Prairie Grove, Arkansas, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 18, 2024 while at home with his sweetheart of 59 years, Dianne McClelland. He was born August 14, 1946 in Prairie Grove, Arkansas, the son of Jack R. and Vera Juanita (Wray) McClelland.
Eddie was born and raised in Prairie Grove, Arkansas. He met his wife in the 1st grade and together and in love, they graduated from Prairie Grove High School in 1964. He is remembered in the Prairie Grove Hall of Pride as valedictorian of his class and for recognition of his athletic talent. Eddie was scouted by Freddy Hawn in ‘64 to play for the St. Louis Cardinals where he played for 2 seasons before coming home to his wife and starting their family in 1965. He worked for Standard Register while volunteering for the Prairie Grove Fire Department until becoming the town barber at Jack’s Barber Shop in 1967, where he cut hair and built timeless relationships for 48 years. In that time, Eddie and Dianne had 3 children: Shawn, Benton, and Shannon. Then in 2014, Eddie retired and spent as many days as he could doing what he loved most - hunting, fishing, gardening and eating Dianne’s incredible home cooked meals.
The family will receive friends Thursday, February 22, 2024, 5:00-7:00 PM at Prairie Grove Church of Christ.
Funeral Service
Service information unavailable.
Visitation
5:00 pm
Prairie Grove Church of Christ.
Final Resting Place
Farmington Cemetery
South, Row 02 58, Space 235
General
Aug 14, 1946
Feb 18, 2024
77
Tributes
I’m very sorry for any pain that the family experiencing during this time of grief! Eddie was a fine man and a Christian . I told my Dad he knew the Bible and could discuss Bible topic's intelligently. I know his last years were difficult on all of you and I wish this disease would not exist ! Mom suffered too and at her funeral I said we’d shed no tears for her because she is whole now and with Christ . I would wish for you the same tears of grief for your loss but no tears for Eddie for he too is whole now and with Christ! I pray for your comfort and His comforting hand on all of you his family!
Larry Krudwig - Friend
Dear Dianne,
Sending you and yours my sincerest sympathies at the passing of Eddie. I think of you all often and remember our school days and singing together. May your many years together sustain you. God bless you.
Merice Mills - Friend
I am so sorry and I just never feel I have the right words.
Just know your in my thoughts.
Kitty L Renfroe - Friend
I am so sorry to hear this news and so sorry for your loss. My Dad, (Charles Thompson), thought the world of the both of you and always spoke highly of you. I think many town and world problems were solved in Eddie's barber shop. He was a friend to all.
Keeping you and your family in my prayers.
Linda (Thompson) Scott - friend
I had the privilege of getting know Mr Eddie through the barber shop In Prairie Grove he was always smiling and telling stories,He was a great man
I am sorry for your loss
Kyle Bartz - Friend
Dear Diane, I’m so sorry to hear of Eddie’s passing. I send my condolences to you, children and family. I know you have many happy memories and some of those would have been at Prarie Grove High, where you and Eddie were the most lovely couple. Best to you. Roberta
Roberta (Dennis) Bradford - High school classmate
Dianne, I’m so very sorry for your loss.
I’ve been praying for you and your family.
I knew Eddie when he was younger, Pat and I were, and still are, such good friends. I loved their family. I used to ride to church with them on many Sundays.
I know he will be greatly missed, but is in a much better place, knowing first hand how wonderful heaven is.
I pray for peace and comfort for you and family that only God can give.
With Love
Carlene Osburn Morris
Carlene Morris - Friend
Funeral Service
Service information unavailable.
Visitation
5:00 pm
Prairie Grove Church of Christ.
Final Resting Place
Farmington Cemetery
South, Row 02 58, Space 235
General
Aug 14, 1946
Feb 18, 2024
77