Mr. Gary McClelland

"And if I go to prepare a place for you, I will come again and receive you unto myself; that where I am, there ye may be also. John 14:3

Gary McClelland affectionally known as "IG" was born in Bogalusa, LA on July 9, 1961 to the late Odelia McClelland and Johnnie Spikes.  He attended school in the Bogalusa School System and later joined Job Corp in Florida.  Gary was baptized at an early age at Mt. Bethel Baptist Church and was a member of the Junior Choir.  He recently rededicated his life to Jesus.  He owned a lawncare service and was a jack of all trades.  Gary enjoyed life and was always willing to help where help was needed. He had a love for fishing and watching his sports.  He was an active member of the New Orleans Gentlemen Motorcycle Club.  Through not related by blood, the Jackson Family embraced Gary as a beloved son and brother.  He was recognized by the younger Jackson members as "Uncle Jun" and other younger families called him "Uncle Gary".  He leaves to cherish three sisters, Ellen Magee, Bessie Carter and Emelda Clark; God-sisters, Bernetta Harris, Julia Jackson and Janice Jackson; God-brother and best friend, Robert Temples; Sister and brothers in love, Barbara Pierce, Lavon Jackson, Kara Wesley, Mildred Jackson and Lisa Veasey; Childhood friends, Mitchell Jackson and Sammy White; special friends,  Carlos Smith, and Donald (Joanne) Frazier; special cousin; Lucindy Bickham, Brown, Paula Bickham, Jovan Bickham, and Spikes, Special nephews, Etan Buchanan and Antoine Temple, Special niece, Brianna Temple Maye, and a host of other cousins, nieces, nephews and friends. 

Julia Jackson,