Robert “Bobby” McClellend, 71, of East Brewton, died Saturday, April 6, 2019, in a local hospital after a lengthy illness.
Mr. McClelland served in Vietnam as a Sergeant ES in the G Battery 65th Artillery in the U.S. Army. He served as a gunner on convoys, exposed to Agent Orange, which led to his developing Agent Orange Lung Cancer. He spent much time with his fellow veterans, maintaining contact following the war.
A private family service will be held at a later date.
Mr. McClelland is survived by his wife of more than 51 years, Rebecca “Becky” McClelland; two sons, Robby (Deanna) McClelland and Christopher (Tami) McClelland; one brother, Jimmy McClelland; one sister, Mary McClelland; and five grandchildren.
