Kenneth N. McCleary, Sr., of Sullivan, MO, passed away Friday, February 13, 2015 at the age of 71. Kenneth was born on August 21, 1943 to the late Robert and Verda (Morin) McCleary in Bourbon, MO. On June 18, 1961, he was united in marriage to Gloria Bolin, she survives of the home.
To this union, four children were born. One son, Kenneth N. McCleary, Jr. and wife, Michele of Denham Springs, LA; three daughters, Marcia McCleary, Tammy McCleary and Teresa Emm all of Sullivan. The legacy continues with six grandchildren, Katie, Kenneth, Tyler, Jacob, Taylor and Chris. Kenneth is survived by one brother, Ronald McClary and wife, Jane of Bourbon; one sister, Mamie Gallion and husband, Loren of Saint Marie, IL; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Along with his parents, Kenneth was preceded in death by four brothers, James (Bunk) McClary, Leon McClary, Gene McCleary, and Junior McCleary, and one sister, Lorene Carter and infant daughter Marcia McCleary.
Kenneth was employed by the former Pea Ridge Mine for 10 years and over 20 years as a Mine Inspector for MSHA, traveling extensively in Minnesota, Nebraska, Louisiana, finally returning to Missouri. He then was employed by Fred Weber Construction as a Safety Specialist for about five years, retiring in 2010. Kenneth never met a stranger. He coached Kory League Baseball from 1966 to 1977. He was a 25-year member of the Masonic Lodge #69 A.F. and A.M. of Sullivan and a member of Temple Baptist Church. Kenneth loved his family more than anything and also enjoyed Cardinal Baseball, hunting, fishing and camping.
Funeral services were conducted at 10 a.m. Monday, February 16, 2015 at The Temple Baptist Church, in Sullivan, MO with Pastor Scott Perry officiating. Visitation for Kenneth McCleary, Sr. was from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, February 15, 2015 at the Eaton Funeral Home, Sullivan, MO with a Masonic Service at 4 p.m.
Kenneth’s wishes were to be cremated and burial will be at a later date.
You may sign the online guest book by visiting www.eatonfuneralhome.com.
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Kenneth N. McCleary
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