Lonnie Paul Mcclure

MCCLURE, Lonnie Paul, “Paul” 87, died peacefully, with his eyes on Jesus, on July 31, 2024. He was the son of Ezekiel and Mable McClure of Mill Spring, MO. Paul was a graduate of Williamsville High School in 1955 and a member of the United Methodist Church. He married Shirley Cradic of Williamsville in 1956, and they made their home in Arnold, Missouri. Four children were born to the couple: Steven Paul, Sandra Catherine, Sherri Elizabeth, and Scott William. Each married and bore children, for a total of eight grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren to date. McClure was an entrepreneur, establishing four businesses in the Arnold area during his lifetime. His eldest son, Steve, manages the last business with his wife, Rosie, a mobile-home park.

Paul was proceeded in death by his parents and siblings, James and Geneva, and his in-laws, Bill and Jewell Cradic and sister-in-law, Delores Cradic.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, August 3, 2024, from 10:30-12:00 at the United Methodist Church in Poplar Bluff, MO. The funeral service will immediately following with Pastor John Gregory officiating. Buial will be at Poplar Bluff City Cemetery.

Cotrell Willow Ridge Funeral & Cremation Services is honored to serve the family of Lonnie Paul McClure.

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