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Minyard McClure Obituary
Minyard "Big Mac" McClure Jr. passed away on Dec. 14, 2010. He was 63 years old.
He moved from Jackson, Miss., to Vallejo, Calif., as a child with his family. He attended and graduated from the Vallejo public school system.
After high school, Minyard served in the U.S. Army. Upon returning from the Army, he would work as a laborer and later in his life as a caregiver for the Lofton Facility.
Minyard loved to spoil and cook a good fried chicken meal for his granddaughters.
Minyard was preceded in death by his parents, Minyard Sr. and Wilma McClure; sisters, Velma McClure and Vurla Bryant.
He is survived by his two children; daughter, Rebecca McClure Becknell, and son, Minyard McClure III; granddaughters; Ronni and Yasmin McClure; sisters, Wilma Jean McClure, Beverly McClure, and Michele McClure; brother, Gregory McClure; brother-in-law, Marvin Bryant; son-in-law, Alfonso Becknell; nieces, Miesha McClure and Christen Willner; nephews, Marc Bryant and D'Angelo Paillet; great-niece, D'Stiny Paillet; great-nephew, Khristopher Willner; a host of other relatives and three longtime friends, Joseph Powell, Sonny Burton and Wilbert Eli.
There will be a private inurnment. No visitation or services will be held.
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Memories and Condolences
for Minyard McClure
January 8, 2011
To the McClure Family:
We were so shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of our dear friend and co-worker, Minyard. Our deepest condolances go out to all of his family.
What a great support he was to me personally during some of our difficult times. Minyard remained faithful to the end. He will be missed and it was a blessing to have known him.
-Shirley and staff
Lofton's Facility
Pauline Jefferson
January 4, 2011
To Wilma, Family and Friends; I am offering my condolences to you. May GOD continue to Bless you all.
Brenda Calhoun
January 3, 2011
My deepest condolences goes out to the family of Minyard. I remember catching a ride in his big bomb car from high school. Especially on those rainy days. It was a long walk from Vallejo High to Floyd Terrace and there was always something going on along the way. I will always have the memory of his kindness because I know he really didn't want his little sister's friends screaming all up in his car while he was trying to be cool! Wilma know that you are in my prayers.
Howard Morris
January 3, 2011
In loving memory of Minyard McClure Jr.although i never met him in person,just hearing his loving sister Wilma McClure speak of him from time to time,i feel as though i had.I believe he will truly be missed by family and friends,but we have hope to meet in the final day when Jesus return for us. My sincere condolences to your family,but know Gods word promises he has a plan for our lives. For i know the thoughts and plans that i have for you says the Lord,thoughts and plans for welfare and peace and not for evil to give you hope in your final outcome,Jeremiah29:11. May Gods peace and Blessings comfort your family in these times and times to come,rememeber God will never leave nor forsake us.
Howard Morris
January 3, 2011
In loving memory of Minyard McClure Jr.although i never met him in person,just hearing his loving sister Wilma McClure speak of him from time to time,i feel as thoug i had. I truly believe he will be missed by family and friends,but we have hope to meet in the final day,when Jesus return for us. My sincere condolences to the family,but know Gods word promises he has a plan for our lives.For i know the thoughts and plans that i have for you says the Lord,thoughts and plans for welfare and peace and not for evil to give you hope in your final outcome.{Jeremiah 29:11}. May Gods peace and Blessings comfort your family in these times and times to come,remember God will never leave nor forsake us.
D'Angelo Paillet
January 2, 2011
Some people knew you as Minyard, some knew you as Big Mac; but to me you will always be my Uncle Junior. Whenever you called and I answered the phone, you would always say "This is Unc." Well Unc, "this is Nephew" and I just want to say I love you and I will miss you. May your soul rest peacefully. God bless.
January 1, 2011
My prayers are with the McClure family. I remember growing up, I considered Junior my Big Brother too.
Coordinator Kim Craig
December 29, 2010
Our prayers are with the McClure family.
Bay View Vista Senior Apartments
D'Stiny Paillet
December 29, 2010
I'm going to miss you Uncle Jr. you're gone but never forgotten.
WILMA MCCLURE
December 29, 2010
LOVE YOU BIG BROTHER!!!
WILMA MCCLURE
December 29, 2010
RIP BIG BROTHER. LOVE YOU!!!
December 29, 2010
"To Becky, Mac Jr., and the McClure Family; our thoughts and prayers are with you. Minyard was a wonderful person and he will always have a special place in our hearts. May your memories and God's peace be a comfort to you. Sincerely,
Sheila Thomas, Ninja, Jonte, and Kayden - West Sac, CA
PASTOR TOBIAS HAWKINS, JR.
December 28, 2010
TO MINYARD MY FRIEND FROM CHILDHOOD. YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. MAY THE PEACE OF GOD AND MEMORIES COMFORT YOU AT THIS TIME.
Minyard McClure III
December 28, 2010
for what it`s worth dad we didnt see eye to eye but everyday looking into the mirror I look like you and have the same attitude as you. If I could just get that one phn call and here you say "Hey baby boi, Tell me something good". Instead of me saying nothing I would tell you your son Is the man you wanted him to be. On the Dec 11th 2010 was the last time I seen your face and that Big Mac smile.... Jus as you was the first to hold your son when I was born.... Your son was the last to hold you when you passed. I`m Big Mac now and I will show everyone what a Mac Fashion looks like how you used to do it back in the day...... Love you Dad and your never be forgotten
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