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WALTER McCLELLAND
Born at 306 Bonnie Brae in Warren, OH, died at his home in Springfield, VA on Monday, February 11, 2013. Nicknamed Buddy as a child and known as "Rosebud" during his WWII army service, he's been lovingly known as Bud and Uncle Bud to many. Bud had a long career with Sears and Roebuck. For decades he shared his woodworking passion by giving his "Bud Art" to friends and family. Preceded in death by wife Dottie, parents Katherine and Roy McClelland and seven siblings, Bud is survived by his daughter Alicia, brother Robert and over 120 nieces and nephews. Always a man with a plan, Bud will be missed by everyone he touched. A memorial service will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 20 at Grace Presbyterian Church, 7434 Bath St., Springfield, VA. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to hospice at CapitalCaring.org.
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Tara Sutphen
February 25, 2013
The sun rose and set on Alicia, his daughter...what a Great Dad. May Bud rest in Eternal Grace. Love to the family...especially Sweet Alicia XOXXO
Marian Ison
February 18, 2013
Extending my deepest sympathy to you Alicia and all the McClelland relatives on the loss of my cousin Bud, a really good man.
Cherise Williams
February 15, 2013
My condolences to you and your family. I pray that you find comfort and strength during this time.
John Pionke
February 15, 2013
I am the current owner of the home that Mr. McClelland owned in Kings Park in Springfield VA. A couple of years ago he and his daughter stopped by and we invtied him in to see his old home. He looked at all of the changes we made and I could tell he was happy to be in his home. I hope it brought back memories for him. My heartfelt condolences to his family and friends. I only met him the one time but I could tell he was a very nice man.
Valerie Schafer
February 15, 2013
Bud, you left a great legacy in your daughter, Alicia. My prayers for your family
Liana (Shafer) Huey
February 15, 2013
Bud and his kindnesses to me as a child on Bonnie Brae will always have a special place in my heart.
February 15, 2013
Alicia my thoughts are with you. Because of your wonderful stories about your dad I feel my life has been enriiched by knowing this wonderful man if only second handed. I will always treasure the "Bud art" that I am so fortunate to own and every day as I open my mail with my "Bud art" letter opener I will be reminded of Bud.
Colleen Smith
February 15, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. The world lost a beautiful bright light in it. Thoughts and prayers to Alicia and family.
Beth Larson
February 15, 2013
I don't believe I knew Bud McClelland, but he was my Mother's first cousin, Mom taking me to visit Aunt Katherine and Uncle Roy in Warren. Alicia, I very much hope to meet you someday, although I feel I know you already via FaceBook. God Bless you as you go through the grieving process of losing your Dad.
February 15, 2013
My heartfelt condolences to Mr. McClelland's family...especially to his daughter, Alicia. With love, Tom Dunlap
Olivia Wade Alexander
February 15, 2013
Alicia, I am so very sorry for your great loss of such a wonderful Father as yours was. I loved viewing your albums you made for the family for many years, which showed what a special family you have.
Debbie Franko
February 15, 2013
Although I never met Mr. McClelland, Alicia, his daughter, brought him to life for me over the years I've known her. He will be greatly missed and always loved. RIP, Mr. McClelland.
Cheryl Barr Acampora
February 15, 2013
Thinking of you in your time of loss.
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