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Richard D. McClure

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720 East Long Street

Columbus, Ohio

Richard McClure Obituary

McCLURE Richard "Dick" D. McClure went home to be with the Lord on Monday, March 21, 2011. Dick was born in Columbus, Ohio on March 6, 1934 to the late Zavan and Josetta Rhyne McClure. Dick attended the Columbus Public Schools and graduated from East High School. He served his country in the United States Army. He was a lifetime member of Shiloh Baptist Church, where he served on the Board of Trustees and the Courtesy Committee. Dick retired from the State of Ohio as a grant coordinator for the Department of Health. He was a devoted member of the Cavalier's Club in Columbus, Ohio, a charter member of the Inner City Lions Club and cofounder of CMACAO Federal Credit Union. Dick had a long history of service in numerous organizations, including charter membership in the National Federation of Community Development Credit Unions; Masonic Lodge membership; advocacy for education and civil rights through his work with the United Negro College Fund and support of the Lions' work in the areas of Diabetes and Optometry. He was dedicated to improving the quality of life of his fellow man and was unfailingly committed to helping socioeconomically disadvantaged individuals. Dick will be missed by his family and friends. His wife, Rose, preceded him in death. He is survived by his twin sons, Dietrich and Bishop Derrick McClure, and grandson, David Daniel McClure, all of Scottsdale, Arizona; grand-daughter, Brandie Lynne' McClure of Columbus; sister, JoAnn McClure Scott of Columbus; sister-in-law, Sue Yearwood of Bluffton, South Carolina; niece, Kimberley Scott of Columbus; nephews, Sheldon R. and Bruce A. Weaver of White Plains, NY, Edward (Ruby Ofori) Scott; and great-nephew, Cameron Scott, all of Washington, D.C; and a host of other relatives and friends. Funeral service 12Noon Thursday, March 31, 2011 at Shiloh Baptist Church, 720 Mt. Vernon Ave., where family will receive friends from 11 a.m. until time of service. Rev. Dr. Otha Gilyard officiating. Interment Green Lawn Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to DIEHL-WHITTAKER FUNERAL SERVICE, 720 E. Long Street. To sign Dick's online memory book, please visit www.diehl-whittaker.com/obits

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Published by The Columbus Dispatch from Mar. 28 to Mar. 29, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard McClure

18 Entries

Lawrence Auls

April 3, 2011

Richard, I appreciated your assistance to me and countless others over the years.

Lawrence Auls

Allison Parks

April 3, 2011

I did not know Dick very well, but whenever we worked together at the Wexner Center, he was always friendly and ready to help. My condolences to all.

Michelle Meier

April 2, 2011

I loved Dick. He was one of my best friends at the Wexner Center. That man sure did know how to dance. Dick was a good man. I am honored to have known him.

scott hartman

April 1, 2011

Dick will be missed as I also remember many occasions of working with him at the Wexner center where he volunteered.

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June Raspberry and family

April 1, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Elaine Hostetler

April 1, 2011

I am so sad to hear the news of Dick's passing. I worked with him for many many years at the Wexner Center for the Arts where he was a dedicated usher who was always upbeat, engaging, funny and unique. He is sincerely missed.
My condolences to the entire family.

Linda Watts

April 1, 2011

Deepest sympathy to all in Dick's passing - I met him in 2002 at the Wexner Center where he volunteered his time as an usher for various venues. He was always smiling and fun to work with. He is greatly missed. Much love to all-
Linda Watts, Columbus OH

March 31, 2011

To Detrich, Derrick and the rest of the Mc Clure family, our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sincerely,
Jean,Norman and Stephen Barksdale; Dayton OH/Tuscon Az.

Mattie Caldwell and family

March 30, 2011

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

March 30, 2011

Dietrich and Derrick I was sadden to hear about the passsing of your dad. I wish I could attend to tell you in person but please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family . Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning.
Vanessa(Van Cleaf)Young

March 30, 2011

I worked with Mr. McClure at the Oh Dept of Health...I am sorry for your loss.

V.Coates Columbus OH

Shirley Toms

March 30, 2011

Dick McClure was a long time friend. I met Dick when he managed the credit union and we were also coworkers at ODH. He was a dedicated employee and a hard worker, always serious about his work but he also had a great sense of humor. Dick was a friend to many people and he will be missed. May the Lord comfort you during your loss.

Thelma English Choto

March 29, 2011

My prayers are with the family during this time of great loss. May God comfort you.

Marlene Craig-Tucker

March 29, 2011

Detrich and Derrick,

My thoughts and prayers are with you both. Please know that earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. Your father was instrumental in the 60's and 70's working at CMACAO and also in the civil rights movement with my parents (John and Marian Craig). I have fond memories of both of your parents. Please continue to carry the torch and be sure to let the grandchildren know how special their Grandparents were.

Love you both,

Brenda Burnett

March 29, 2011

I worked with Richard over the years and he was a wonderful man. My prayers go out to the children and family.

Rose Steward

March 29, 2011

To the Family:

I worked with Dick when he was over the Credit union at CMACAO when it was on Long St. Dick will always be remebered.

My prayers go out to his children and family.

Rob Davis

March 29, 2011

To the Family and most of all Dietrich & Bishop Derrick trust in the Lord and he will comfort you. Business prevents me from attending the service but know you are in our thoughts and our prayers are with you. Rob & Felicia Davis

Tom Carmichael

March 28, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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