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2017
Daniel McClain Obituary
Des Moines
Daniel B. McClain, 57, of Des Moines, Iowa peacefully passed away at his home surrounded by love ones on March 27, 2017 after a long courageous battle with lymphoma cancer. He was born June 18, 1959 to Phyllis (Rodemeyer) Nelson and Ronald D. McClain. He married Sherry A. Flanagan on September 22, 2007.
Daniel graduated from Cardinal High School , class of 1978, and received certification in welding from Indian Hills Community College. He joined the Lemar Industries and worked as a welder for 12 years.
Daniel is survived by his wife Sherry and their son Sam; his mother Phyllis Nelson; three step sons Daren (Shaila) Bowles Turlock, CA, Darrell (Natalie) Bowles Kansas City, MO, and David Bowles Des Moines, IA; four grandchildren Ethan and Ivan Bowles, Sophia and Silas Bowles; two sisters Sandy McClain Des Moines, IA and Laurie Ramsey Sevierville, TN; nephew Kurt (Danielle) Workman, nieces Lindsay McClain ( Cody Nelson), Alexandra Logdson; great niece Willow Nelson; many aunts, uncles, and cousins; special friend Shawn (Amy) O'Neil; two dogs he loved dearly Gage and Jack McClain.
Proceeded in death by his father and grandparents.
Daniel could light up a room with his smile and his laugh was contagious. He had a warm loving heart and he would help anyone who needed it. He amassed a huge amount of friendships throughout his life and all of them meant the world to him. As the member of the Lemar Industries family Daniel not only enjoyed and was proud of the work he did, but also gained a band of brothers whom he loved. He was an active fan of the Kansas City Chiefs football team and an avid follower of Dale Earnhart, JR of NASCAR racing. Daniel had a passion for gardening and being outside in nature. Most of all he loved his family.
His body has been cremated.
Services for Daniel are as follows:
Visitation will be held from 12 noon to 1:30 PM
Memorial service follows at 2 PM
April 1, 2017
Community of Christ
1645 Pennsylvania Ave.
Des Moines, IA 50316
Reception to follow at the church.
Memorials can be made to the family.
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6 Entries
June 22, 2018
Missing you Daniel
Love forever
Sherry
Debbie Smith
April 1, 2017
Simple words can never explain the sorrow in our hearts. Rivers of tears will never fill the emptiness in our souls. My loss is great, your loss must be unbearable. It feels unfair and it will, at times, be difficult to accept that GOD needed him more than those still living. He was a wonderful man, now he is a great angel watching over you. I am blessed to have known him and I will forever cherish those memories. My prayers, and my very deepest sympathy go out especially to Sherry, and to Phyllis, and family. Dan will forever be remembered. I respectfully send you the best of wishes for the days ahead. May the LORD give him "wings that can fly really fast" and help you thru this time of sadness. AMEN. Lovingly, Debbie.
pam marts
April 1, 2017
Sorry for your loss. He was a great friend.He will be missed by many. So glad he found you to be apart of his life he loved you very much!
Frank and Suzi Gruver
March 31, 2017
So sorry to hear of Dan's passing. We are so grateful for the years and the love you shared together. May you feel God's love surround you and carry you in the days and weeks ahead.
Amy Dhabolt
March 30, 2017
I'm so sorry for your loss Dan will sure be missed I am glad I had the pleasure of having a friendship with him . He was a very kind, genourius, and caring friend,he would help any way he could.he always had a smile on his face and would make a frown turn upside down. spread your wings and fly like never before my friend untill we meet again.
Margo Russell
March 29, 2017
My heartfelt prayers and blessings are sent to you, Sherry, during this difficult time. Cherish your wonderful memories with Dan for they will be of extraordinary comfort.
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