Don was born in 1927 in Salt Lake City to Frank and Bethel Webb McClure. He was proud of his father who helped build the Boulder Dam. He had one brother, Dr. Jack McClure, who predeceased him. Don graduated from High School in Miami, Ariz. He served in the U.S. Navy during World War II as a signalman on the USS Wabash. Don, like his engineer father, was a graduate and avid fan of the U of A.
Don’s life was devoted to his family; wife Pauline (Mama Polly) and his four children, Frank (Karen), Donna (Rob), Dorothy and Diane (Brent). He gave up several promotions to stay in Tucson, the ideal place to raise a family. He retired as vice president-regional manager of claims in Portland, Ore.
During his 92 years, Papa Don’s life showed his love and dedication to his family. He had a positive impact on all those who knew him. He will be missed by Polly, his wife of 66 years, four children, 10 grandchildren and six great-grandchildren.
Services will be held on Saturday, March 23 at 2 p.m. at Immanuel Presbyterian Church 9252 E. 22nd St., Tucson, Ariz.
Arrangements by Adair Funeral Homes.
