Deacon Tony Leon McClain was born February 6, 1957 in Panama City, FL to Mary Swinson and Leroy McClain, Sr. Tony was known for his outstanding personality and he never met a stranger.
Tony attended the Bay District Schools and was gainfully employed by UPS until his failing health forced him into retirement.
Tony was a faithful member and deacon of New Judson Missionary Baptist Church. You could often hear him singing "I Am What God Says I Am" and keeping time on the drums.
One of his favorite past times was sitting on the porch talking to anyone who passed by. His grandchildren were the apples of his eyes and he spent many happy hours in their company.
On Monday, July 29, 2013 the Lord called him from labor to rest to join his father Leroy and sister Brenda.
He leaves to celebrate his memories; a devoted wife: Olivia, mother: Mary Swinson, son: Tony Lorenzo, daughters: Sparkle, Symphony, and Kristen, brothers: Ulysses, Leroy, and Bobby Jr.,sister: Christell, father and mother-in-law Robert and Lillian Wilson, and a host of family and friends.
He will be greatly missed, often thought about, and never; ever forgotten!!
Friends and family visitation will be Friday, August 2, 2013, 6 – 8 p.m. at Pasco Gainer Senior Funeral Home ("A Peaceful Garden"), 915, Martin Luther King, Jr., Blvd., Panama City, FL 32401). Homegoing celebration will be Saturday, August 3, 2013, 11:00 a.m. at Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church, 715 Marthin Luther King, Jr., Blvd, Panama City, FL 32401. Arrangements entrusted to Pasco Gainer Senior Funeral Home.
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Tony you were the brother I never had we were always close long before Bobby became your Brother, I will always remember the quiet talks we shared together and the love you always had for everyone. I will miss you always. Forever my Brother.
Felicia(Henderson) Cunningham
Family
July 26, 2021
Well daddy u are trully missed bay ave just dont make any sense riding down i miss u dunc remind me of u so much if u only knew
Tony Mcclain
June 4, 2014
Tony was a great friend to the family of Winfred Fox. We are so sorry for your loss. Deborah and Aleelah Rowlee-Fox
Debbie Rowlee
September 23, 2013
Daddy its been a month now andd I'm still missing you alot but I know your in great hands now. Love you
symphony
August 31, 2013
Sending my deepest sympathy for the loss of your loved one.
Deborah Hayden-Lockhart
August 13, 2013
May God continue to shower blessings on the family during your time of sorrow
Dan * Beverly Lee
August 10, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
August 7, 2013
To the family,
Allow God's Grace and Mercy to carry you in your times of sorrow. May the memories that he left with each of you allow your heart to be filled with a peace of his love. As you remember him, know that he has left behind his smile for each of you to cherish.
Carolyn Gibson- Dantzler
Mozella Gibson-McCall
Edith Gibson
Carolyn Gibson- Dantzler
August 5, 2013
We are saddened by your loss. May you find comfort in the arms of Jesus. Thank you Tony for keeping a watch over our children from your front porch, I know you are watching from heaven now.
Mr. & Mrs. Jerry Cash (Stephanie Chambers parents)
August 4, 2013
To the family I send my heart felt sympathy. Tony and his sis and bros was my Maple Ave friends.My prayers go out to you all and may God heal all your pains. Going to miss that smile. R.I.P. Tony
Debra Smith
August 3, 2013
TO SPARKLE,TONY,MRS.OLIVIA, AND FAMILY WE ARE SORRY FOR YOU'R LOSS. MAY GOD BE WITH YOU, IN THIS TIME OF SORROW.
KELITA & ZYLEARIA PETERSON
August 3, 2013
We are sorry for your loss. May The Lord continue to keep all of you in His loving arms during this time of bereavement. "God is able."
Teno Stanley and Family
Teno Stanley
August 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. May God comfort and strengthen you in this difficult hour. For Tony; however,absence in the body is presence with the Lord.
Cynthia Mobley-Howell
August 2, 2013
May the Lord bless and keep each and everyone of you comforted in His loving arms. Our prayers and condolences are with you. ~~ Melvin Kent & Family of Panama City
August 2, 2013
We will miss you Tony. Rest In Peace.
From the Mack's: Mother Eula, your sister Alice, Bishop David, Bro Greg and Tony. To: Ms. Mary and Leroy we love you'll and all of you are in our prayers. God Bless!!!
Alice Mack
August 2, 2013
A Caring reminder that you and your family are close in thought and that heart felt sympathy goes out to you all.
Love Always 'n Jesus
(Tiny Lambert) Annie Ruth Lamert McPhatter
Annie McPhatter
August 2, 2013
May the lovely memories of tony bring joy to each of you. He was loved by all who knew him, but God loved him best and took him out of his suffering. our prayers are with each of you.
Susie Gibson
August 2, 2013
Our condolences, thoughts, and prayers goes out to the McClain Family.May God strengthen you during your time of sorrow.
Speights Family
August 2, 2013
Ulysees, Christell, family. May joyful memories ease your pain and God comfort and strengthen you. (Psalms 46:1)
Elease Bailey-Wilkinson
August 2, 2013
MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU Y'ALL IN THIS TIME OF NEED, WE WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR THE FAMILY.....
FRANK & CAROLYN PITTMAN
August 2, 2013
We know it is hard today to see beyond your sorrow but, in time looking back in memory will help comfort your tomorrow.Remembering you in prayer.
Angela and David Freeland
August 1, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Lillie Cook
August 1, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family.
Al and Pat McCray
August 1, 2013
Tony was a joyful person and was always smiling or should I say he had a big grin. To know him was to love him and he loved back. The Lord was his focus and may you find peace and comfort knowing that Tony is resting now, no more pain singing a brand new song. Much love to my classmates Christell and Ulsyess and the entire family.
Lenette Taylor -Kemp
August 1, 2013
Tony has always been one of my good friends no matter how far apart we were, he always had a kind word and a smile upon his face...Olivia you and the family are forever in my prayers.
Felicia Henderson-Cunningham
August 1, 2013
I remember my cousin always making people laugh now he is in heaven rejoicing with the angels, he will be missed love you Tony
Eleanor Fragger
August 1, 2013
May the Lord comfort and strengthen you all. Tony was a wonderful Man of God. Enjoy your beautiful memories. Wilbert & Maria Jackson
Maria Jackson
July 31, 2013
Olivia we are so sorry. Sending you and your family our prayers. Arica and Jimmy Dutton
Arica and Jimmy Dutton
July 31, 2013
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Nathaniel & Lena Johnson
July 31, 2013
Olivia we are praying for you and the family.
Carol Harvey
July 31, 2013
Sending Love and Prayers!
Tony was a delight! He lit up any room he walked into, and never met a stranger. It was a Blessing to have known him! He touched so many in his short life. He will be dearly missed! With Love
Randy and Brenda Crum
July 31, 2013
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