Rebecca McClelland 1948 - 2017
Rebecca J. (Lehman) McClelland died May 18, 2017, in her home. She was born Aug. 7, 1948, to Richard and Gretchen (Sprunger) Lehman.
She is survived by children: Debra (Howie Welty) Wentz, Steve (Cindy) Blaski, Michelle (Steve) Logan, Jim (Valvette) McClelland, 10 grandchildren and 8 great-grandchildren.
Also surviving are siblings: Nancy (John) Turner, Jennifer (Bill) Davis, Tom (Barb) Lehman and Tony (Connie) Lehman.
In lieu of flowers, Becky’s family asks that you make donations to the Armes Family Cancer Care Center of Findlay or to Bridge Hospice.
Becky made the decision to donate her body to Wright State University School of Medicine.
Per Becky’s request, there will be a memorial celebration to be held at the Curling Iron, 129 N. Main St., Bluffton, her home-away-from-home for over 36 years and her extended family. All are welcome to attend.
The celebration will be Sunday, May 21 from 1 to 4 p.m.
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