Service Details
Services celebrating Carolyn’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 11:00 am. Viewing will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 – 11:00 am.
RACINE – Carolyn Louise McClelland, age 64, passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded with the love of her family, on Wednesday, August 17, 2022.
Carolyn was born in Racine on January 4, 1958 to the late S.A. Boykin and Wiladron (nee: Pulliam) Boykin. She was a graduate of JI Case High School. Carolyn was united in marriage with Terry L. McClelland, who preceded her in death on April 27, 2007.
Carolyn was baptized in Christ at Second Missionary Baptist Church by Rev. Mack C. Davis. She had attended New Covenant Ministries under the leadership of Pastor Tony Visor. During her illness, Carolyn regularly watched live streams by Hope City Church. Carolyn worked many jobs throughout her life, but she particularly loved working for Racine Unified School District, where she was a teacher’s assistant at Dr. Jones Elementary School. Carolyn used her caring nature and outgoing personality to engage the children and was quickly a favorite among many. Carolyn loved shopping, cooking, and hosting family gatherings.
Surviving are her children, Tahirah McClelland, Kierra McClelland, Corry (Natasha) Norris and Tanisha Norris; grandchildren, Ciara, Jaden, Cortasia, Nyasia, Khaliq, Taylor, and Kayla; great-grandchildren, Kaia, India, Kacion, Khaliq Jr., Ariana, and Legend; brothers, Samuel “Tony” (Mattie) Boykin, Tyrone (fiancé, Peggy Fenske) Boykin and Terrance Boykin; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Services celebrating Carolyn’s life will be held in Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home on Saturday, August 27, 2022 at 11:00 am. Viewing will be in the funeral home on Saturday from 10:00 – 11:00 am.
Demetrius Powell says
I’m very sorry about your loss be strong in the lord now he Will get you through it
Demetrius Powell says
I’m very sorry about your loss be strong in the lord now he Will get you through it
Ann Kirkwood and Family says
Sending prayers and condolences to the Boykin /McClelland family. May God grant you peace.
Deborah Sims and Family 💕 says
The Sims Family are sending prayers and condolences to the entire family. May you find comfort In The Lord. Rest In Heavenly Peace Carolyn 🥀💔
Lesia Hill-Driver says
So sorry for your loss, praying for your family.
Lesia Hill-Driver.
Ashley Zaremba says
I will always remember Miss McClelland and Miss Fenske from third grade. They were they dynamic duo always clowning around together. Miss McClelland always had an infectious laugh. She was somebody you always felt safe and supported by when you were around her. I pray all your positive memories of her give you peace during this time.
Sheila Grandy says
Condolences to the family if Carolyn, may God comfort you all during this time, 🙏🙏🙏
Walinda Riley and family says
A another beautiful soul has passed on . she was so kind and sweet. I have known her my entire life . She definitely will be missed. To the family you have my deepest condolences.
Evekyn clark says
With heartfelt sympathy to the family sorry i cant be with you to this time. Keeping you in my prayers
Georgia Crawford says
To the family you are in my prayers may you find comfort in the Lord. I will always remember Carolyn Rest in heavenly peace Carolyn
Pastor Wylinda & Larry Brown says
I celebrate her life and knowing Carolyn and her family. I am praying all that knew her embrace her faith in God in her latter life. Precious in the sight of God is the death (sleep) of His saints. May you look to Jesus Christ for comforting and healing during this time. Praying for you all.
Anonymous says
God bless the family. I am praying for the family.
Apostle Joseph Buckley says
Ian praying for the family. May God bless the family.
Anonymous says
You have our sincere condolence. Carolyn was a blessing many children. We pray Gods comfort and peace for her family.
Anonymous says
Such a wonderful person who was a blessing and safe place for many children. We pray for her family to have comfort and peace. You have our sincere condolence
TYRONE PERSON says
Condolences to the McClelland and Boykin family.
Ramona Drane says
My condolences to the Family
Greta S ingram says
My condolences to the Boykin family. Carolyn was such a beautiful soul inside and out. May she R.I.P