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John Franklin McClellan Jr., age 70

John Franklin McClellan Jr. age 70 of Cabot Arkansas passed away on Friday, February 14,  2025 at his residence with his loving family by his side. He was born on September 23, 1954 in  Dayton Ohio. He attended twin Valley South high school. He served in the Air Force for 20  years and was a veteran of Desert Shield/Desert Storm. He was a loving husband, father, son,  grandfather, and great grandfather.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Anna Mae  McClellan, father John Franklin McClellan Sr., and sister Pamela Sue Gonzalez.

He is survived  by his high school sweetheart and wife of 52 years Ronda McClellan of Cabot, Arkansas; sons John Keith McClellan and Brian Scott McClellan both of Cabot; eight grandchildren John Luke  McClellan (Kaitlin), Megan Lockeby (Luke), Cynthia McClellan, Tyler Johnsen, Torrance Johnsen,  Amelia McClellan, Rylee Jo McClellan, Everlee McClellan; six great grandchildren Maci, Jessi, Bow, Jamison, Audri, and Mason; Sister Melissa Conley (Bill); and numerous nieces and  nephews.  

Visitation will be at Zion Hill Baptist Church at 1:00 pm, Monday, February 24, 2025 followed by funeral service at 2:00 pm with Michael Luce officiating. Burial will follow at Sumner Cemetery  on Sumner Cemetery Road in Cabot.

Memorial contributions may be sent to Gentiva Hospice in Conway at 770 Factory Street Ste 1, Conway, AR 72032.

Arrangements by A Natural State Funeral Service 2620 West Main Street, Jacksonville, Arkansas 72076. 501-982-3400. Online guestbook available at www.anaturalstatefuneralservice.com

12 Comments

  • Bonnie and Marvin Zumbrun Posted February 20, 2025 5:47 PM

    Rhonda and family,
    So sorry for your loss. My husband Marvin and John(Bud) were 1st cousins.

    • Ronda McClellan Posted February 23, 2025 1:01 PM

      I remember you very well. Eating dinner with you. I bery much enjoyed your company.

  • Steve and Martha Posted February 21, 2025 10:37 AM

    So sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our prayers. From Steve and Martha Harbour.

    • Ronda McClellan Posted February 24, 2025 10:44 AM

      Thank you very much.

  • Toney Abbott Posted February 21, 2025 12:26 PM

    Remembering you in our prayers. May fond memories of earlier times help bring you comfort in your time of sorrow.

    • Ronda McClellan Posted February 24, 2025 10:44 AM

      Thank you.

  • Craig & Beth Breen Posted February 22, 2025 6:22 PM

    it is sad to hear this the loss of a dear friend and mentor. We’ll meet again old friend. Rest assured, the boys will take care of Ronda. you two raised good ones! Sure wish we could have wet a line together again. You will be missed!

  • Frances (Wise) Patrick Posted February 22, 2025 6:44 PM

    So sorry for your loss. Buddy as we knew him.were first cousin. We went to school together at Twin Valley South. He was a really nice guy. I knew he lived in Arkansas I just didn’t know where. We lived in Mountain Home since 1986. Sure would have loved to have seen him. Your family is in our prayers.

  • Brian Goforth Posted February 24, 2025 7:21 AM

    We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.

  • Billie J Abbott Posted February 24, 2025 7:27 AM

    May the Lord comfort your family in your hours of grief. Praying with Love.

    • Ronda McClellan Posted February 24, 2025 10:45 AM

      Thank you!

  • George and Sis Posted February 27, 2025 1:07 PM

    John was very much loved as a wonderful brother-in-law. He will be greatly missed.. Ronda, you did so much in helping him through the rough times of his illness. Thank You. Our prayers will continue to be with you and all of your family.

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