Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Flint, Michigan
Sep 15, 1947 – May 17, 2021 (Age 73)
MCCLENATHAN, Barbara Jean – Of Burton, age 73, died Monday, May 17, 2021 at McLaren-Flint.
Cremation has taken place and inurnment at Great Lakes National Cemetery will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation.
Barbara was born in Flint, Michigan on September 15, 1947, the daughter of Edward and Elsie (Farrer) Athey.
On November 22, 1969 she married Melvin McClenathan and he preceded her in death.
Barbara was a homemaker and worked for the United States Postal Service.
Surviving are daughter, Wendy Strong of Adrian;
granddaughters, Emily Strong of Burton and Brooke Strong of Adrian;
sister, Marianne Burns;
brother, William and wife Janice Athey.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Melvin McClenathan; siblings, Roseanne Wilson, Beverly, Nancy, Sandra, Sally, Paul, Betty, Gerald and Edward.
Read MoreMay God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You are in our prayers.
The Kevin Nickels Family Nickels
May 19, 2021 | Holly, MI | Friend
Barb, the ‘friendly walker’. Always a smile, a story & a laugh that swirled joy. Our neighbor & friend who took every opportunity to stop even for a moment to share her kindness. We will miss you Barb until we see you next time when we get to Heaven. Jim, Brenda & Jack
Brenda Besant
May 19, 2021 | Burton, MI | Friend
I can't tell you what a beautiful blessing Barb was to me. We became good, dear friends.....I was glad I got the chance to become a part of her life.
Sandy
May 19, 2021 | Friend
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. Deepest condolences Wendy & girls.
Your mother once told me when things were troublesome in my life; that there comes a time too walk away from all the drama and people who create it. You surround yourself with people who make you laugh, forget the bad, and focus on the good. Life is too short to be anything but happy.
Your mom was a bright loving example for us all. Her focus on Family, sharing of...
Darlene Homer
May 19, 2021 | Metamora, MI | Friend
I remember meeting Barb when I became friends with Wendy in the early 2000s. She was so funny and I loved hanging out with Wendy and her mom and the girls. A fun night was always to be had! My deepest sympathies to Wendy, Emily and Brooke, and all who loved Barb! She will not be forgotten!
Suzanne Maassel
May 19, 2021 | TOLEDO, OH | Friend