Lawrence McClellon, a beloved brother, father and grandfather passed away on Saturday October 24, 2020 after reaching the age of 61 years old. After years of failing health, he lost his short battle with a nasty villain called COVID-19 that has taken the lives of many.
Lawrence was born on February 19, 1959 in Detroit, MI to Virgie and Charles McClellon. Of all the people he touched, both willing and unwilling, his most proud achievement in life was rebuilding his relationship with his son Deonn Markese Dantzler and his son’s mother Sandra Dantzler who supported him in all his glory during his latter years, and lovingly supported him physically during their last days together.
He enjoyed old school music, cruising around town and some quiet nights in the backyard with family. He is loved and will be truly missed by many!
Lawrence is preceded in death by his parents, Vergie Lee McClellon and Charles McClellon.
Lawrence is survived by his loving girlfriend, Sandra Dantzler; his son, Deonn Dantzler; his grandchildren, Derek Dantzler and Darian Dantzler; his sisters, Vickie McClellon and Denise McClellon; his brothers, Jerry McClellon and Dwayne McClellon; and a host of other beloved friends and relatives; For those that know and love him, ‘say his name’. A memorial service with immediate family was held on Thursday, October 29, 2020 at 12PM from Melcher’s Chapel of Roses.
Miss Me but Let Me Go
When I come to the end of the road
And the sun has set for me,
I want no rites in a gloom filled room,
Why cry for a soul set free!
Miss me a little, but not too long,
And not with your head bowed low.
Remember the love that we once shared,
Miss me, but let me go!
For this is a journey that we all must take,
And each must go alone;
It's all a part of the Master's plan,
A step on the road to home.
When you are lonely and sick of heart,
Go to the friends we know.
And bury your sorrows in doing good deeds,
miss me, but let me go.
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