Obituary of Harry J. McClure

Harry J. McClure Jr. Age 94 of Horseheads, NY passed away on Saturday April 8, 2023. He was born April 7, 1929 in Ralston, PA the son of the late Harry J. McClure Sr. and Helen L. Campbell McClure. In addition to his parents, Harry was pre-deceased by his son Todd Lyndell McClure on April 16, 1985 and his brothers. He was a Korean War Veteran serving his country with The U.S. ARMY. Harry married his wife, Bettie J. Atwood McClure on December 19, 1969 and they recently celebrated their 54th Wedding Anniversary. Harry worked at Westinghouse Corporation and retired as a Quality Control Inspector for The U. S. Government. He loved playing golf, landscaping , gardening and watching car racing. Harry was long-time member of The Lions Club and a Past District Governor. He was member of Our Saviour's Lutheran Church in Horseheads, NY. Harry loved his family and friends and treasured the time he spent with them. Harry is survived by his loving and devoted wife Bettie ; his children Linda and Roger Burlew of Lowman, NY Linette Sylvester of Troy , PA , and Lisa and Tracy Buchanan of Lowman, NY ; grandchildren: Kimberly Burlew , Kevin Burlew and Megan , Jarret Sylvester, and Brandon Buchanan and Emily; great grandchildren: Eric, Emma, Erin, Riley, and Rosely ; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law: Betsy and Bill Dehn of Spencerville, MD and Donna Atwood of Austinville , PA ; several nieces , nephews , cousins, and a host of caring friends. Relatives and friends are invited to call at the LYNCH FUNERAL HOME 318 WEST BROAD STREET HORSEHEADS, NY on Monday April 17, 2023 from 11 AM to 12 Noon. Mr.McClure's Funeral Services will be held at the conclusion of calling hours at 12 noon with Rev. Dr. Jeffrey McDowell officiating. Harry will be laid to rest in Maple Grove Cemetery in Horseheads, NY where Full Military Honors will be accorded to him. Words of Condolence and Memories may be shared at www.lynchsfuneralhome.com .