Record #: R2019-471   
Type: Resolution Status: Adopted
Intro date: 7/24/2019 Current Controlling Legislative Body:
Final action: 7/24/2019
Title: Tribute to late Cary McClain
Sponsors: Harris, Michelle A.
Attachments: 1. R2019-471.pdf

A City Council Resolution Honoring the Life of Cary "Bubba" McClain

WHEREAS, Almighty God in His infinite wisdom and judgment has called Mr. Cary "Bubba" McClain., an outstanding citizen, to his everlasting reward a few days ago, and he recently returned to the heavenly realm on June 28, 2019; and

WHEREAS, Cary "Bubba" McClain was born to the union of Cary McClain, Sr. and Clara Hopkins McClain on April 19, 1943. Both of his parents preceded him in death. He was a native of Norwood, LA; and

WHEREAS, Cary accepted Christ at an early age and was baptized by the late Rev. Ulysses Hayes at Antioch Baptist Church in Norwood, LA. Cry was a kind, tenderhearted and outspoken individual who gave to the less fortunate and greeted everyone with a big smile. Cary graduated from West High School in Jackson, LA in 1961;and

WHEREAS, After completing high school, Cary joined the United States Army. Once his Army fulfillment was completed, he relocated to Chicago, 1L. Where he took on employment at Ford Motor Company. He retired in 2004 after 37 years of service. He was a dedicated and devoted employee. He had a special love for his children, Cary McLain III, Kimberly Scott, Alicia Johnson and Devin McClain. He was a member of Second Mount Vernon Baptist Church in Chicago, IL, pastored by Rev. Davis until his health failed him; and

WHEREAS, Cary was united in holy matrimony to Sandra (Lucas) McClain who diligently along with their son Devin McClain cared for him throughout his illness.

WHEREAS, Cary leaves to cherish his memories, his loving and devoted wife Sandra McClain, his children, Cary McClain III, Kimberly Scott, Alicia (Shuntell) Johnson and Devin McClain; eight siblings, Edward (Sandra) McClain, Calumet Park, IL; Larry (Magdalena) McClain, Cumming, GA; Cora Jackson, Joyce McClain, Jane McClain,

Judy McClain, Johnny (Gwendolyn) McClain, all of Baton Rouge, LA and Freddie McClain of Norwood, LA; seven grandchildren. 13 nieces and nephews, twenty two great nieces and nephews and a host of cousins and friends; and

THEREFORE, Be It Resolved, That we, the Mayor and members of the City Council of the City of Chicago, do hereby express our deep sorrow on the passing of Mr. Cary Bubba" McClain and extend to his family our sincere condolences; and

Be It Further Resolved, That a suitable copy of this resolution be prepared and presented to the family of Mr. Cary "Bubba" McClain.

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