Randy Ray McClain, age 72, of Shelby, passed away early Friday morning, June 12, 2026, at Centerburg Pointe in Centerburg. His death follows health complication as a result of a car accident on October 8, 2025.
Born July 19, 1953, in Shelby, Randy was the son of the late Avery and Bertha (Creech) McClain. A 1973 graduate of Shelby High School, he also attended Pioneer Joint Vocational School’s welding program. Throughout his life, Randy had a deep passion for cars. He loved everything about them whether buying and selling at auctions, working on projects, or spending time around anything automotive. If it involved cars, Randy was all in.
Randy is survived by his sisters: Donna Blanton and Rhonda (Lee) Johnson; and numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives, and friends. In addition to his parents, Randy was preceded in death by his siblings: Danny McClain, Diana Mabe, infant twin brothers Billy & Eddie McClain; and brother in law: Gary Blanton.
Family and friends are welcome on Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 10 -11 am at the Penwell Funeral Home, 168 West Main Street, Shelby, where funeral services will immediately follow at 11 am. Pastor Nick Kelley will officiate the services. Burial will be in Oakland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First Baptist Church, 185 S Gamble St, Shelby, OH 44875.
Condolences may be left on Randy’s obituary on the funeral home’s website (PenwellFuneralHome.com) or their Facebook page (Facebook.com/PenwellFuneralHome).
I’m so sorry to hear this news… Randy all of your car auction friends will surely miss you, especially me !!! You were the most honest man I have ever met. Over the past 30 years that I’ve been buying and selling cars with you I’ve learned a lot about cars. But more than that I’ve learned to always try and keep your words to the people around you. I’m sure glad I got to spend time with you buying and selling cars. 🚗 I’m going to miss you old buddy. I’ll never forget you I promise you that!!!!! RIP Randy ..
Sorry to hear about Randy’s passing. We were the best of friends growing up. We helped each other doing our paper routes. I was blessed to have Randy in my life. Rest In Peace old friend.
Rhonda so sorry to hear about Randy. I know he was suffering now his suffering is over. He is in the arm of Jesus. You and the family are in my thoughts and prayers. Love you
Donna and family. I am so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May happy memories help ease the grief you feel. He will always be in your heart,
So very sorry to hear of Randy’s passing, we were neighbors for many years. He was a great person and neighbor, sincere condolences to his family.
My deepest condolences.
Donna, Rhonda, and family,
I am sorry for the loss of your brother. Prayers for all of you.
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So Sorry for your loss. My deepest condolences.
Goodbye my friend. Thank you for your friendship over the years, and being such a wonderful friend to my brother, late Benny Bowman. Fly high and rest with the angels.