Aaron Shawn McClinton "Cheeks"

Aaron Shawn McClinton "Cheeks" obituary, Gary, IN

Aaron Shawn McClinton "Cheeks"

Aaron Shawn McClinton "Cheeks" Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jul. 17, 2024.
Aaron Shawn McClinton, affectionately known as "Cheeks," was born on September 25, 1997, to the late Eric Rodney McClinton Sr. and Robbin Bynum. Passed away on July 8, 2024.

Aaron graduated from Westside High School and was a loving father who cherished spending time with his daughter A'Myia, affectionately called "Pretty," and his son Aaron Jr., known as "Fatboy."

He is preceded in death by his father, Eric McClinton Sr., brothers Eric McClinton Jr. and Eric McClinton III, maternal and paternal grandmothers Donna Nelson and Florence McClinton, uncles Stanley McClinton and Anthony D Mister, and aunt Florence Hunter.

Aaron is survived by his loving mother Robbin (Dewan) Bynum, his children A'Myia and Aaron Jr., siblings Darius, Dahjanee', DaiQuan, ShaDiamond, Aniyha, DaKeisha, and Dewan Jr., as well as nephews RayMir and Jha'Syir. He will also be remembered by his uncles and aunties Robert (Tianna) Jr., Diane, Andre, Michael (Tamika), April, Carla, Donna, Shannon, Darin, and Karen, along with a host of other family members and friends.

Aaron's memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew him. May his soul rest in peace, and may his family find solace and strength during this difficult time.

All Services

Saturday, July 20, 2024

Wake: 10:00 a.m.

Funeral: 12:00 p.m.

Location: Powell Coleman Funeral Home

3200 W. 15th Ave, Gary, IN

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