Barbara Jane McClure

Celebrating Life

Barbara Jane McClure, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2026, at the age of 74. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. A Graveside Service will be held at Grandview Cemetery on Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 1:00pm.  Casual dress is preferred by the family.

Barbara was born on September 9, 1951, at St. Anthony Hospital in Pendleton, Oregon, and lived a life rooted in love, connection, compassion, and faith. She is survived by her devoted husband, Steve McClure, with whom she shared a lifetime of love, partnership, and cherished memories. She also leaves behind her loving children, Chelsea (Daughter) & son, Bo (wife Robin), as well as her stepson, Michael McClure. She is survived by her siblings: her beloved twin sister, Beverly Carman (husband, Tom Carman), with sons Adam Young & Joe Young; Patty Broker, with son Otto Broker; and Vickie Larsen (husband, John Larsen), with sons Michael Larsen and John Larsen. Barbara was a proud and loving grandmother to 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren, who brought immense joy and meaning to her life. Her newest grandson, Jackson Arrow Stroud, born December 12, 2025, quickly became the light of her world and held a very special place in her heart. She shared a uniquely close bond with her grandson, Justin Stroud, who spent time traveling with his grandparents, caring for them, and sharing countless memories and inside jokes. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mary Jane Waggoner and Charles Ewing; her sister, Dianne Smith; and her stepdaughter, Jennifer McClure.

Barbara had a truly special way with people. Even in the briefest encounters, she had a gift for making others feel comfortable, seen, and understood. It wasn’t uncommon for someone to meet her for just a few minutes and find themselves opening up, sharing their life story as if they had known her forever. Her warmth and genuine spirit created connections everywhere she went. Barbara grew up surrounded by family businesses in Pendleton. Her grandfather, Homer G. Waggoner, and his wife, Violet, owned Frasier’s, and her mother, Mary Jane, owned a Hallmark store.

It was through these early experiences that Barbara discovered her lifelong love of books—especially her favorite romance novels, which she enjoyed with a sense of humor and honesty that was uniquely hers.

She found joy in life’s simple pleasures: swimming, road trips, people-watching, and most of all, spending time loving on her grandchildren. Road trips were one of her favorite adventures, and she never passed up the chance to stop at every thrift store and Ross Dress for Less along the way—turning even the simplest drive into a treasure hunt. On those trips, she and her husband shared a lighthearted saying: as long as one of them remembered where they were and the other remembered who they were, everything would be okay. She also had a playful, honest sense of humor and was known for telling people—especially her doctors—that she was “allergic to anything that was good for her,” a line that perfectly reflected her wit and her way of living life on her own terms. She also adored her dog, Icy, who was a constant companion.

Barbara was raised an Episcopalian and carried an unwavering faith throughout her life. She had a very special relationship with God, beginning each day with her devotionals. She was always looking for the good in people and situations, and she had a gift for helping others see it too. She would often, half-jokingly, remind her son Bo that “patience is a virtue,” a phrase that reflected both her faith and her gentle guidance as a mother.

She will be remembered for her kind heart, her compassion for others, her deep faith, and the love she gave so freely to her family and friends. Her presence brought comfort and a sense of belonging to those around her, and her memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew her. The family invites those attending the service to dress casually, in a way that feels comfortable and reflective of Barbara’s warm and down-to-earth spirit. Barbara will be forever loved and never forgotten.

Online condolences may be made to the family at www.lovelandfuneralchapel.com

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