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Lloyd Milton McClure, 98, of Beardstown, died Monday, Dec. 31, 2012, at Culbertson Memorial Hospital in Rushville.
He was born in Beardstown on Dec. 27, 1914, the son of Lloyd Milton and Beulah A. Glendinning McClure. He married Margaret J. Steadman on Feb. 29, 1940, and she preceded him in death in 1993.
He is survived by two sons, Lloyd Milton (wife, Suzanne) McClure and George Steadman (wife, Wyllia) McClure, both of Beardstown; one brother, James E. McClure of Fort Lauderdale, Fla.; six grandchildren; and nine great-grandchildren.
He graduated from Beardstown High School with the class of 1932; he attended Severn School, Marion Military Institute, and graduated from University of Illinois and the College of Law of the University of Illinois in 1939. At the time of his retirement in 1981, he was senior partner in the law firm of McClure, Brannan and Hardwick founded in 1883 by his grandfather, Milton McClure. He was state's attorney of Cass County for 12 years and served as an assistant attorney general and as city attorney for the City of Beardstown for many years.
Mr. McClure served aboard the destroyer USS Rooks-DD804 as an officer in the South Pacific area during World War II. He was a 64-year member of Cass Lodge 23 A.F.&A.M., Ansar Shrine, American Legion, Veterans of Foreign Wars, BPOE, was a Rotary Fellow, and a continuous member of the Illinois State Bar Association since 1947.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday at Oak Grove Cemetery in Beardstown. The family will meet with friends from 4-6 p.m. Friday at Sager Funeral Home in Beardstown. Memorials have been suggested to Shriner's Hospital for Children or Illinois Elks Children's Care Corporation. (Obituary and funeral arrangements according to decedent's directions.) Condolences may be left for the family at www.airsman-hires.com.
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He was always a good neighbor offering to help in any way. His service in WWII is commendable and it was an honor to know him.
Chris O'Donnell
January 26, 2013
Milt, George and families Was sorry to learn of Milt's passing. He was a pleasure to know and work with. He was a true gentleman and he taught his sons well.
He will be missed.
Betty Schmidt
January 8, 2013
Dear Milt , and family. I was saddened to hear of your father's passing. Please accept myself and my wife's sympathy on your loss.
Sincerely, Michael G. McKenzie.
January 7, 2013
Milt & George and families: Your dad was like a mentor to me. He taught me so much about life. I am so happy that I stop and we had a great visit about a month ago. He was the greatest. Don & Marlene Izard
January 5, 2013
Milt and George, your dad was an icon in my growing up years. I think of the many times we visited in your home, our trip to Minnesota, his constant smile and friendliness, his love for life. What a wonderful life he lived and a shining example for all of us. Our sympathy to all of the family.
Blessings and love,
Bill and Marilyn Butcher Walter
January 4, 2013
Milt, George, and family, my deepest sympathy to you all.
Nancy Jorgesen
January 4, 2013
To Milt and all the family,
I am so sorry to hear that your dad passed away. He lived a full life. Your love and respect for him was obvious in the wonderful things you shared about him. Sending prayers of comfort.
Debra Dufelmeier-Webber
January 4, 2013
Milt and Family,
Our condolences and prayers. What a wonderful man and life well lived.
Ann, Dick, Evan and Stepahnie Hart
January 3, 2013
To Milt and the entire McClure family - Our prayers and sympathy are with you during this difficult time. He will be long remembered. John & Edie Fishel
January 3, 2013
Admired that man - never missed speaking to me when passing on the street. My sympathy to ALL the family.
Mary Ann Smith
January 3, 2013
well respected by my family and will be remembered by us Butch Southwell.
January 3, 2013
To Milt's Family,
We are so sorry for your loss. Milt was one of the kindness gentleman we have known. He will be missed.
Tim & Carol O'Hara
January 3, 2013
To George and Wyllia, Milt, Susie and families: Scott and I would like to express our condolences to all of you. We will always carry fond memories of Mac. Everything from family events at George and Wyillia's, to gatherings at our home, to breakfast at the Depot or Star Cafe. To be around Mac was a joy. He brought sunshine to everyone and everywhere he was. To say that he will be missed is an understatement. Salute to a true gentleman and a life more than well lived. Rest in peace Mac. Love, Scott and Sarah Mefford.
January 3, 2013
Milt, George and family, Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time. He truly was a great person.He will be missed.. Peace be unto you..
Sandy Wilcox
January 3, 2013
The last of a great generation. You had him a lot longer than I had my dad but they will all be sorely missed.
Bill Kastien
January 3, 2013
Thoughts and prayers to the McClure family.
Angela Bell
January 3, 2013
God has added another angel up in heaven He will always watch over You
January 3, 2013
I am so sorry for loss my thoughts an prayers are with you an yours
Catina(Rohlfing)Zeidler
January 3, 2013
Milt & Family- I am sorry to hear of your Father's death. May God be with you and your family. Dave & Deb Coontz
January 3, 2013
A true gentlemen, very much admired by my parents and the Jones family.
January 3, 2013
Milt and George, Many fond memories of your family and ours when we lived in Beardstown. Your dad was always one of my favorite people. What a long and wonderful life. My sympathy to you and your families, but my expression of joy for his life and how he touched so many other lives. God bless.
Bill Butcher
January 2, 2013
Our prayers are with you all. The Hermetet family.
January 2, 2013
I just wanted to express my gratitude for his military service and for this great family. George, Wyllia, Melinda and Meg, you already know how great he was and his greatness is survived in each of you. I am very thankful for each of the generations survived by Lloyd Milton McClure. My heart and sympathy to your entire family.
Tracy Nappier
January 2, 2013
The McClure family will be in our prayers. We are very sorry for your loss. He will be missed by many.
Terry & Jane Cutright
January 2, 2013
What a great man the world has lost. Milt Jr. and George: I am keeping you and your families in my thoughts and prayers.
Val Chambers
January 2, 2013
Sorry for your loss. Thank you to all the McClure family for the years of service and all to come.
Terry Dodds
January 2, 2013
Milt and George, ..98 years....What a wonderful productive life he lived...My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time....
Marilyn Gliebe
January 2, 2013
A sad loss for Beardstown, as one of it's own has passed. My deepest sympathies to the family and friends. God Bless!
Pat Fluckey Taylor
January 2, 2013
may god blsss all of you.An old friend.
Eddie Johnson
January 2, 2013
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Tom Fair
January 2, 2013
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