Barbara Retta McClain Obituary

The passing of Barbara Retta McClain of West Liberty, Ohio occurred on October 8, 2026. Barbara, born on March 16, 1938, shared life with family, friends, and community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Barbara Retta McClain to show support.

Barbara touched many lives and will be remembered fondly for the moments shared and the memories created. Family, friends, and colleagues extend their love and support during this time. While Barbara’s presence will be missed, the influence she had on others will remain. Those who knew her will carry forward memories that reflect her character and spirit.

She was loved and cherished by many people including: parents: Paul J. Sprague and Jane R. (Licklider) Sprague; husband: Richard Earl McClain; sisters: Jean Walborn Gantz, Paula Ann Pullins, Jane Ford and Charlotte Williamson; children: Christopher Earl McClain, Theodore Linn McClain (Stephanie), Susan Beth Sloan, and Penelope Jill Woodrum (Wayne); grandchildren: Kelsey Brown, Theodore Richard McClain, Bo Garrett McClain, Brittney Jill Fehring (Andrew), Rebecca Elizabeth Ruber (Adam), Amanda Jane Caitlin Sloan, Adam Richard Sloan, Samuel Logan Pike and Casey McClain Pike; great-grandchildren, extended family, nephews, nieces and friends.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Eichholtz & Daring Funeral Home - West Liberty (101 Zanesfield Rd, West Liberty, OH 43357). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, October 14th 2026 at 11:00 AM at the Eichholtz & Daring Funeral Home and Cremation Center (101 Zanesfield Rd, West Liberty, OH 43357).

Memorial contributions may be made in Barbara's memory to the Macochee Joint Ambulance District, 113 E. Newell Street, West Liberty, Ohio 43357.