May 13, 1951 - May 4, 2025
George R. McClaine, 73, a resident of Lamar, passed away Sunday, May 4, 2025, in Clarksville. He was born May 13, 1951, to the late John and Vera Ann (Roberson) McClaine in Lamar.
George worked as a logger and pipeliner, and loved the travel that came with the job. He was a member of the Knoxville Masonic Lodge #370 and enjoyed participating in those activities with his brothers. George loved to help people, and everyone loved his legendary stories. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and drag racing. His family was the highlight of his life.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his loving wife Evonne Rose (Tate) McClaine; a brother in-law, Randy Hendrix; and a sister in-law, Molly McClaine.
Those that are left to cherish the memories of George are his son, Nathan McClaine of Lamar; his daughter, Alicia McClaine of Lamar; an adopted son, Ronnie Potter of Lamar; two brothers, Kenneth McClaine and wife Brenda of Lamar, and Carl McClaine of Clarksville; two sisters, Carolyn Hendrix, and Shirley McClaine both of Arizona; along with numerous cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Honorary Pallbearers are Mac Arthur Clark, Donald Clark, Marcus Crutchfield, Mitchell Crutchfield, Gerald Palmer, Eugene Palmer, Leon Bachus, Larry Yarbrough, Donnie Johnson, Allen Cameron, and the members of the Knoxville Masonic Lodge #370.
A Graveside service for George will be held at 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 09, 2025, at Holman Cemetery with Dale Rowbotham officiating.
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8 Condolence(s)
Cheryl Alderson Cummins
Friday, May 9, 2025
I'm so sorry to hear of George's passing. He was a great guy & a good friend. He will be missed. My prayers go out to his family.
Janie E. CarltonGeorgeG
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Wendy Duff
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
Prayers for George's family and friends.Bob & Wendy Duff
Brandy Little
Wednesday, May 7, 2025
I am very saddened to hear about the loss of this great man. He was dear to a lot people & will be greatly missed by anyone that knew him. My sincere thoughts & prayers to everyone affected by his death.
Sande kasa
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
My sincere condolences and thoughts and prayers are with you Nathan and Alicia â£ï¸ðŸ™ðŸ'" May God be with you and your family during this difficult time Sending love Ha Bros and Sande
Leon and Bonnie Bachus
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
A beloved lifelong friend who will be missed by both of us.
Quinten Freeman
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
Me and George had a lot of good times he will be missed
Jon Newton
Tuesday, May 6, 2025
A good man and a good friend.
I will always remember George...