John Edward McClellan's Obituary
John Edward McClellan, 66, of Decatur, Illinois, passed away September 16, 2025, at Decatur Memorial Hospital.
John was born in Lincoln, Nebraska, on August 25, 1959, the son of Robert and Elma Louise (LeMaster) McClellan. He married Susan Irvin on June 6, 1979, in Decatur. John worked as a truck driver for several different businesses.
John is survived by his wife Susan; sister Paula Gregory; and grandchildren Hannah McClellan, Haley Dellert, Brock Dellert, and Kaitlin Dellert. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister Barbara Kimmel; daughters Marcia McClellan and Angela McClellan; and great-grandchildren Braxton Sweet and Luna Dellert.
Graceland Fairlawn Funeral Home is providing cremation services for John. Condolences may be shared with the family at https://www.gracelandfairlawn.com.
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