Date Of Birth: January 12, 1925
Date Of Death: September 7, 2010
Margaret McClelland, age 85 of Greenfield, IN died September 7, 2010, at Hancock Regional Hospital after a short illness with cancer. Margaret Ann was born at home in Antigo, WI on January 12, 1925, to parents Edward and Vernie Yonkers.She grew up in Soperton, WI where she played the french horn in the Wabeno High School band. As a young adult, she moved to Oak Park, IL where she met and later married Harold McClelland.Margaret was also affectionately known to friends and family as Peggy, Mom, Grandma, and Silly Grandma.Peggy was known for being caring, compassionate, fair and forgiving. She was best known though by all those she met for her wonderful sense of humor, thus the nickname Silly Grandma.She was a great fan of the Indianapolis Colts and Green Bay Packers and loved to watch the football games on TV.She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, brother DeWayne and half-sister Priscilla Ziemer.She will be greatly missed by her family members including her son, Thomas (Janet) McClelland of Greenfield, IN; daughter Barbara McClelland (Larry Berner) of Greenfield, IN; grandchildren Amy (Brian) Hochstetler of Bloomington, IN; Timothy McClelland of Bloomington, IN; Nikki Lendved of Greenfield, IN; and Marcus Lendved of Embarrass, WI; and great-grandchildren Caitlin and Kelsey Hochstetler; Tyler and Sara McClelland and sister Betty Boyles of Forest Park, IL.Margaret’s wishes were to have a private ceremony for family members that will be held in northern Wisconsin to celebrate her life and her passing.Donations can be made to the American Cancer Society at https://www.cancer.org/involved/donate/
BOB AND JOAN KING says
BARB-SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOM,OUR THOUGHTS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY AT THIS TIME OF SUCH SORROW.I DO KNOW THE SADNESS THAT
YOUR FEELING AND HOW HARD THIS IS FOR YOU.BOB AND I ARE THINGING AND
PRAYING FOR YOU .
lOVE BOB AND JOAN
Kay Olsen says
My deepest sympathy to your family for your loss. Moms and Grandmas are very special.
Jim Boyles says
Carol & I wish to express our condolenses to the entire family. As you are aware, I Loved Peggy very much. I live with nothing but the fondest memories of her.
Love, Jim & Carol Boyles
Ed and Sandi Boyles says
You were truly a blessing Peggy. You will be missed greatly.
Our thoughts and prayers to your family at this time.
God bless, and rest in peace.
Don Silletti says
Tom, Very sorry to read about your mothers passing. I hope each passing day makes your grief a little easier to bear. I know it is a sad time for you but you are strong and you will get through the difficult days ahead. Please take care of yourself. Don & Sandy
michael linda ebler says
we just want you to know that our hearts and prayers are with you God Bless
Melissa Cooper says
I’m so sorry for your loss. Margaret was always so full of humor every time I saw her, no matter how she felt. My thoughts are with you all.
Andrea Morris says
I only met her once, which was enough to know how special she was. Barb, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. God bless you all. She is in a special place now, and able to look over her family.
Jean Bunton says
Thoughts and Prayers with the family and those who knew and loved her. Sending love to all!!
Jim Ruth Adams says
Tom and Janet, we are so sorry to hear about your mom’s passing. Having lost our parents, we know the pain and hurt in your heart at this time. Time will heal the hurt, and your loving memories of your mom will last forever. Those memories will be a blessing for you in the coming days and years.
Jim and Ruth
Terri Harper says
To Tom and Janet McClelland – Prayer and thoughts of love are sent to you in this time of sorrow. Please know that your mom is at peace and will never have to suffer again. Peace be with you and the entire family.
Yours truly,
Terri Harper
Randall L Fairman says
Tom,
Very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mother. Our thoughts are with you, Janet and your family at this difficult time.
Randy & Korryn
Ina L Baker says
Tom, I am so sorry about hearing about your mother, and my prayers go out to you and your family. I know you were a terrific son and She was proud of you.
God Bless
Ina
Shirley Lye says
Tom and Janet, we are so sorry for your loss. Enjoy the happy memories of your Mom. We are sure there are many.
Our thoughts and prayers are for you and your family.
Shirley and Vince
David Mary Waechter says
So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. It sounds like she led a full life. Am in Destin, FL, visiting our son just got the chance to check our messages.
Peggy Brown says
Barb, yoy & your family are in my prayers. It was a pleasure to have met your Mom. She was the sweetest person…just like you. God has just called one of his angels home.
She’s ok now……… Peggy Brown & family.
Janice Isbell says
Tom & Janet, I am so sorry to hear about your Mother’s passing. I know there were many up’s & down’s the last few years. Mother’s are truly special & you were blessed to have her for so many years.
Shirley A McCray says
Tom, so sorry to hear that your mom passed. I never met her but if she was anything like you I’m sure she was a joy to be around. I will keep you & Janet and the rest of the family in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Glassi says
Dear Tom, Barb, Janet and all your kids, We are so sorry for your loss. Life is tough, sorry she had to suffer. Like I said in the letter Heaven is a better place with Peggy in it. She was a great lady and will be missed by all. Love Linda, Ron and girls. Prayers are with you.
Larry McNish says
Tom,
I was sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. My condolences to you and your family.
Larry
Marvin Kyle says
I’m very sorry to hear about your mom passing as I know you and her were close. Even though I never met her I know she was a great lady to have raised a son like you. I’ll keep you and your family in my prayers.
Neil Yates says
I am very sorry to hear of your loss. My pryers are with you.
Tim McClelland says
Gramma was the best in the world and I will miss her being around. I’m glad she’s at peace now and I know I’ll see her again later in my life. She was definitely a great one, and I know God is enjoying her presence in Heaven.
Maryanne Dorsey says
Although I did not have the pleasure of knowing Mrs. McClelland, I know her granddaughter — Amy. Amy has described this wonderful lady as strong, humorous and a positive role model. May the Lord bless her family richly.
Gerry Ross says
Tom, my deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your mother. Our mothers are always dear to our hearts. Try to cherish those many memories. She’ll always be with you in spirit and in your heart. Tom, you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Your friend,
Gerry
Pat Brown says
Tom and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. We will keep all of you in our prayers.
Love,
Brownie and Pat
David Mahoy says
Tom
Sorry to hear about your Mom, even though I did not know her, she sounded like a very likeable lady, maybe that is where your humor came from. I send you and Janet my condolences.
Tom Cain says
Tom,
I was sorry to learn of the passing of your Mom. I smiled when I read she was a Packer fan.
My thoughts are with you and your family.
Bruce Felt says
Tom – I learned last week of your Mom’s death. I pray for God’s continuing comfort and grace. “He heals the broken hearted and binds up their wounds.” Psalm 147:4.
Bruce Felt