William Clint McClure was born on March 16, 1936, in Humphreys County, TN to Clyde and Martha (Hodge) McClure. He departed this life peacefully at home on September 6, 2026. He married the love of his life, the late Elizabeth McClure, On November 13, 1956, after 68 years of marriage.
Clint was preceded in death by his wife Elizabeth, his parents, his brother Wayne McClure, sister BettyJo Collier, granddaughter Hannah Elizabeth James, grandson William Ross McClure, and stepbrother Gary Turner. He leaves behind his son, Tim McClure (Connie), daughter Rhonda James (Jamie), grandson Jordan James (Jeanie), granddaughter Lauren Patterson (Alex), four great-grandchildren Hudson and Aubrey Patterson, and Easton and Elliott James, sister Ann Macklin, and stepsister Patsy Turner.
Clint loved God with all his heart and was a faithful member of the Oak Avenue church of Christ for over 50 years. He enjoyed spending time with his family, playing and listening to bluegrass music, fishing, golf, gardening, and watching the Atlanta Braves play baseball. For many years, he and his band could be found entertaining groups of people while playing bluegrass music during the Old Timer’s Day celebrations. He was also a talented wood worker. He made several beautiful pieces of furniture, wooden bowls, and many other items.
Visitation for Clint will be on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, between 4pm and 8pm, and Wednesday, September 9 at 1pm until the funeral service begins at 2pm. Funeral services for Clint will be conducted on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, from the chapel of Taylor Funeral Home with Brother Jordan James officiating. Interment will follow at Union Cemetery in Dickson, TN on Wednesday, September 9, 2026.
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Rhonda, Tim, and family,
I am very saddened to hear about Mr. Clint’s passing. I have such fond memories with your family from over the years, actually decades. You are in my thoughts and prayers from here in Houston. May God surround you with his grace and peace in this time of grief.
Much love,
Ron (Ronald Wayne) Ballard
Rhonda, Tim & family,
So sorry to hear of your dad’s passing. I have so many wonderful memories of spending time with your mom & dad. I will love them both forever.