David McClenic obituary: David McClenic's Obituary, Akron
In Memory Of
David G. McClenic
1945 - 2018
In Memory Of
David G. McClenic
1945 - 2018
Dave graduated from the University of Akron in 1971 with a degree in Industrial Engineering. After graduation, he was employed with the Firestone Tire and Rubber Co, Macy’s as the first black Senior Executive, and United Research as a consultant for businesses and schools such as Georgetown University, Yale University, Mack Truck, the National Bank of Washington, and St. Anthony Hospital. Later he was hired to work with Diamond Crystal Salt as a Plant Operations Manager; Schulman as the General Foreman; and the Kroger Company as a distribution engineer. Most recently he worked for the Bank of America as an account specialist and lastly, the Oriana House ADM Crisis Center as an intern counselor. This gave him the opportunity to give back what was given to him 17 years ago. He worked there until his health declined and met many friends who loved him dearly.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Harper and Louise (Veal) McClenic; sister, Eloise McClenic; and nephew, Richard McClenic. He leaves to cherish his memory, loving wife, Bridgette; sons, David Justers and LaVik Jenkins; daughters, Carmen Culver, Samantha (Jason) Wade and Brandee (Damarcus) Wilkinson; brothers, Harper McClenic of Oak Park, MI and Richard McClenic aka Jacob II of Alexandria, VA; aunt, Mary (Charles) Burns; mother of his 3 daughters, Sandra (George) McClain; 12 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. David also leaves a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and endless friends. A celebration of David’s life will be held on Tuesday January 16, 2018 11am at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 442 Bell St. Akron, OH 44307. Family will receive friends from 9-11am at the church. Pastor Jeffrey A. Dennis officiating. Interment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
Dave graduated from the University of Akron in 1971 with a degree in Industrial Engineering. After graduation, he was employed with the Firestone Tire and Rubber Co, Macy’s as the first black Senior Executive, and United Research as a consultant for businesses and schools such as Georgetown University, Yale University, Mack Truck, the National Bank of Washington, and St. Anthony Hospital. Later he was hired to work with Diamond Crystal Salt as a Plant Operations Manager; Schulman as the General Foreman; and the Kroger Company as a distribution engineer. Most recently he worked for the Bank of America as an account specialist and lastly, the Oriana House ADM Crisis Center as an intern counselor. This gave him the opportunity to give back what was given to him 17 years ago. He worked there until his health declined and met many friends who loved him dearly.
Dave was preceded in death by his parents, Harper and Louise (Veal) McClenic; sister, Eloise McClenic; and nephew, Richard McClenic. He leaves to cherish his memory, loving wife, Bridgette; sons, David Justers and LaVik Jenkins; daughters, Carmen Culver, Samantha (Jason) Wade and Brandee (Damarcus) Wilkinson; brothers, Harper McClenic of Oak Park, MI and Richard McClenic aka Jacob II of Alexandria, VA; aunt, Mary (Charles) Burns; mother of his 3 daughters, Sandra (George) McClain; 12 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. David also leaves a host of nephews, nieces, cousins and endless friends. A celebration of David’s life will be held on Tuesday January 16, 2018 11am at Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 442 Bell St. Akron, OH 44307. Family will receive friends from 9-11am at the church. Pastor Jeffrey A. Dennis officiating. Interment Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery.
Services & Gatherings
Visitation
Tuesday, January 16, 2018 from 9:00am to 11:00am
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 442 Bell St. Akron, OH 44307
Service
Tuesday, January 16, 2018 at 11:00am
Mt. Calvary Baptist Church 442 Bell St. Akron, OH 44307
Newcomer Funeral Home (330-784-3334) is assisting the family
Newcomer Funeral Home (330-784-3334) is assisting the family