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Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Sunday, January 18, 2025, for a memorial service and celebration of Sherrod’s life and Homegoing at 3:00 pm.
We welcome you to share a few stories of your time spent with Sherrod over the years.
For those wishing to watch the service via livestream, please click on this link at 3:00 p.m. https://youtube.com/live/dQSZd8fxoms?feature=share
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RACINE – Sherrod S. McClain, 57, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, January 6, 2026.
He was born in Racine on December 19, 1968, the son of Sylvester and Shirley (Bee Wicks) McClain, Jr. Sherrod graduated from Horlick High School in 1987.
He worked as a professional truckdriver over the years, forced into retiring after an injury to his leg. Sherrod loved to cook and was known for making the best French fries. He also enjoyed watching westerns, and the company of his friends to talk and laugh about life journeys. He loved being a grandfather to Mila Thea McClain. He was well known for having a very distinct raspy voice that stood out from other’s that would easily identify him in a crowded room.
Sherrod is survived by his mother, Shirley McClain; his daughter and sons, Karissa (Agustin) Lara, Theodore McClain and Sherrod McClain, Jr.; his granddaughter, Mila McClain; his sister, Sheila (Larry Hull) McClain-Hull; his brother, Maurice (Yemi) McClain; his dear friends, Linda Moser and Tony Arebalo; as well as numerous nieces and nephews and host of relatives.
Sherrod was preceded in death by his father, Sylvester McClain, Jr. and his sister, Michelle Freeman.
Family and friends are invited to meet in the Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home and Crematory on Sunday, January 18, 2025, for a memorial service and celebration of Sherrod’s life and Homegoing at 3:00 pm.
We welcome you to share a few stories of your time spent with Sherrod over the years.
Ella Richardson says
To the McClain family i am so sorry about the loss of your love one there is. No sorry That. Heaven cannot heal God god can do. Anything nit fail
Joanne Tucker-Powell & Family says
We are sending our condolences and prayers 🙏 to Shirley McClain and her entire family. 🙏 we are sorry for your loss of your son. RIP Sherrod ❤️ 🙏
CARMEN PHILLIPS says
REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE MY HIGH SCHOOL FRIEND YOU WILL BE TRULY MISSED LOVE YOU ALWAYS CARMEN AND FAMILY PRAYERS FOR THE FAMILY 🙏🙏💕🙏🙏
Vicky Black says
Our condolences ti the McClain family. Our prayers are with you. Mary, Vicky, Fred, and Kelly
April Dyess says
I am so very sorry for your loss. May God bless you and bring you peace during this difficult time
Lacey says
Sherrod has been my friend for ten years he has helped me thru my trials and tribulations, he was a good listener and a pure genuine heart and his hugs are always appreciated and just a good man!
Stacey Moore & Family says
We send our condolences & prayers of comfort during this difficult time & the days to come to the McClain family.
Michael Young says
Michael Young. Sorry you left so soon my brother I will see you in the next world.
Michael Young says
So you had to leave so soon my brother,
Christie Brown says
Gone too soon a beautiful smile to light up any room. Rest well cousin.
Sandra Trott says
My sincere condolences to Sherron’s family. My thoughts and prayers are with you!
Rose Kirk says
To my friend and long time neighbor Shirley, so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers for comfort and strength for you and family. May God’s Grace and Mercy keep you all during this time. “Weeping may endure for a night but joy comes in the morning “
Ben Bartlett says
Sherron was a bright light. Praying for his children and grandchild.
Love & Westmoreland family says
Sending our condolences and prayers to entire McClain Family
Linda Coleman says
Our love and special memories to Shirley and the family may God rest and abide with you all through your time of grief Love the Coleman family