Gerald G. McClellan of Medford passed away on Tuesday, July 16, at the Massachusetts General Hospital of Boston with his family by his side. A lifelong Medford resident, he was the son of the late William and Merna (Ivester) McClellan. Gerald attended Medford High School before serving in the Army during the Vietnam War. After returning to Medford, he married Kathleen (Glines), his beloved wife of 51 years, and raised a family.
Gerald was the devoted father of Gerald McClellan Jr. and his wife Silmara of Peabody, and Leighton McClellan of Bloomfield, CT. He was the soon-to-be grandfather of Oliver McClellan, and dear brother of the late William McClellan Jr., and Carrol Schnee and her husband Ralph of Lancaster, PA. Gerald is also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Gerald, Gerry, or Big Gerry - as he was known, had a passion for the Red Sox. He loved watching games at home and attending games at Fenway Park every year. He also loved watching movies and TV as well as spending time with family and friends.
A service will be conducted at the Dello Russo Funeral Home, 306 Main St., Medford on Monday, July 22 at 10 AM. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Services will conclude with burial at Oak Grove Cemetery, Medford. Visiting hours will be held on Sunday, July 21, from 1 to 5 PM.