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Gary J. McClain Jr.

1985 - 2026

Gary J. McClain Jr. obituary, 1985-2026

BORN

1985

DIED

2026

Gary McClain Obituary

McClain, Jr., Gary J.

September 4, 1985 - January 14, 2026

Beloved son of Gary and Joyce (Duever) McClain; dear grandson of the late Leroy and Catherine McClain and Joseph and Mary Duever; dear brother and brother-in-law of Carrie (Will) Schmitt and Mary (Joshua) Repka; dear uncle of Liam, Isabelle Joy, Dean and Eli Schmitt and Hazel and Eliza Repka; our dear nephew, cousin and friend to many.

Gary had infinite hobbies and interests and was proud to be an organ donor.

Private services were held at St. Joseph Church in Imperial with burial at Shepherd Hills Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Jefferson County Animal Control, 4848 State Hwy 30, House Springs, MO 63051.
Published by St. Louis Post-Dispatch on Jan. 25, 2026.

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