Herbert C. McClure, 82, of Bloomington, passed away at 9:12 a.m. on February 5, 2011 at his residence in Bloomington.
He was born November 17, 1928 in Gibson City, IL, the son of Clyde and Charlotte Preston McClure. After graduating from Gibson City high school married Yvonne Oesch in Gibson City, on November 17, 1955. She survives him.
Herbert is also survived by one son Michael (Linda) McClure of Bloomington, IL, three grandchildren; Chelsey, Amanda and Luke McClure, one sister; Patricia Sauer of Paxton, IL. and several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and one sister Jane Lawrence.
Herbert worked for Gills Drug Store, Rantoul Air Force Base, The Illinois Central Railroad, Gibson Federal Savings and Loan, before becoming owner of H&M Disposal and later enjoyed a long career with the postal service before retiring in 2004.
He was a member of the Bloomington Masonic lodge, The Gibson City Music Club and served as an Alderman in Gibson City from 1961-1966.
Funeral services will take place at 6:00p.m. on Wednesday February 9, 2011 at East Lawn Funeral Home. Visitation will take place two hours prior also at East Lawn Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the family.
Online condolences may be submitted to www.EastLawn-Bloomington.com.
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