Funeral program for Mr. Henry Clayton McClain, Sr.

A Celebration oe Liee
For
June 18,1930- February 13, 2014
18, 2014
11:00 1^.071.
HAGAN Temple Church
Apostle R. Welch, Presiding
Bishop A.C. Pierce, Eulogv"
Henr)' Clayton McClain, Sr. was born June 18, 1930 in Long
County to the late Jack McClain and WiUie Simmons
McClain. During the early morning of Februar)' 13, 2014,
Henry heard the call saying, "you have labored long and now
it is time to take your rest".
He was a member of Green Cypress Missionary Baptist
Church and served faithfully until his death. Henry was
lovingly known to his family and friends as Pratt.
Februar}^ 8, 1957, he married Helen Mincey and to this union
nine children were born.
Henr\' was educated in the Long County Schools. Henry
retired from Dixon Motor Co. in Hagan, Georgia after forty-
three years of service. He enjoyed breeding and training
Hound dogs. Fishing and Hunting were a great past time for
pleasure. He spent much time with his sons sharing his love
for hunting and fishing. He was a pillar of strength and a
caring spirit towards his family; he would help anyone that
he could.
He leaves to cherish his memoty?: a loving and devoted wife,
Helen McClain; nine children. Ora Lee Congers of
Manansas, Georgia; Louise Brewton (Donnie) of Austell,
Georgia; Cora Brewton (Grayling) of Claxton, Georgia;
Matha Thompson (Tyreace) of Powder Springs, Georgia;
Silvia BeU (Smart Sr.) of Hagan, Georgia; Henry McClain, Jr.
(Shirleen) of Claxton, Georgia; Johnny McClain (Constance)
of Claxton, Georgia; Patricia Simmons of Pembroke,
Georgia; Don McClain (LaVern) of Register, Georgia; two
sons, Bernise Kennedy of New York and Larry Mincey of
Savannah, Georgia; two special children, Lukecia McClain
Grayson and Katina McClain (Horace); twenty-seven
grandchildren, forty-seven great-grandchildren; eight sisters-
in-law, Sarah Cox, Naomie Slater, Wihie McKinnon (BUI),
Jewel Sharp (Billy), Shirlan Rogers (Edward), Josie Mae
Mincey, Gladys Mincey, and Catherine Mincey; one brother-
in-law, Jerry Mincey (Dorothy), and a host of nieces,
nephews, cousins, and many friends.

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Apostle R. Welch, Presiding
Processional
Selection
Scriptures
Old Testament
New Testament
Prayer
Selection
Reflections
Living Word Choir
Bishop Eddie Mincey
Reverend James Howard
Apostle R. Welch
Living Word Choir
Dec. Jr. Palmer
Church Member
Mr. James Buddy Slater
Friend
Mr. Donnie Brewton
Son-in-law
Mr. Cecile McClain
Nephew
Bishop Benny Bacon
Co-worker! Friend
Obituary (Read silently to soft music)
Acknowledgements Evangelist Constance McClain
Proclamation Green Cypress Missionary Baptist Church
Solo Bishop Caeverous J. Boggs
Eulogy Bishop A. C. Pierce
Farewell Glance Living Word Choir
Recessional Bro. Gavin Mainer
INTERMENT
Green Cypress Missionary^
Baptist Church Cemetery
The family will receive friends immediately following the committal
service: George Nedar Center, 11093 U. S. Highway 280 East,
Claxton, Georgia 30417.
Don't grieve for me, for now I'm free
I'm following the path God laidfor me.
I took His hand when I heard him call;
I turned mj hack and left it all
I could not stay another day,
To laugh, to love, to work or play.
Tasks left undone must stay that way;
Ifound that place at the close of the day.
If my parting has left a void.
Then fill it with remembered joy.
A. friendship shared, a laugh, a kiss;
Ah yes, these things, I too will miss.
Be not burdened with times of sorrow
I wish you the sunshine of tomorrow.
My life's been full, I savored much;
Good friends, good times, a loved ones touch.
Perhaps my time seems all too brief;
Don't lengthen it now with undue grief.
Tift up your heart and share with me,
God wanted me now. He set me free.
Author Unknown
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Bro. Nicholas McClain
Bro. Devin McClain
Bro. Cedric Bell
Bro. Quan Congers
Bro. Kareem Brewton
Bro. LeKendy Brewton
The Family of the late Mr. Henry Clayton McClain, Sr.
would like to thank everyone for all acts of kindness and
sympathy that have been shown to them during this most
difficult time. There are no words sufficient to express
their appreciation and they pray that God will
watch over and bless each of you.
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO:
Bro. Alex Simmons
Bro. Emanual Haynes

Grandchildren
125 North Broad Street
Claxton, Georgia 30417
912.739.2658
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