Sylvia Juanita McClain Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Sylvia Juanita Stogner McClain, 89, of Matthews, North Carolina, died at her home on May 31, 2022, under the care of Novant Hospice. Juanita, as she preferred to be called, was born in Mecklenburg County on February 6, 1933, the 21st of 24 children born to Ernest and Atha Lee Campbell Stogner. She grew up in the area, working for a time at Radiator Specialty. She met Joe Howard McClain, whom she married in 1947. They were blessed with children and she considered being a mother the most important role she had. Juanita loved the time spent with others, especially her children and grandchildren. Juanita is survived by her six children: Sylvia (Ralph) Rushing of Matthews, Reverend Billy Jo McClain of West Virginia, Vicki Forbis (Tommy) Collins of Marshville, Michael McClain of Matthews, Debbie Connell of Denver, NC; and a sister, Nancy Garner (husband Jim) of Charlotte. Sylvia is further survived by 13 grandchildren, numerous great and great great grandchildren, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents and husband, Sylvia was preceded in death by a 17 year old son, Wilson; a granddaughter, Bridget Darnell; and a great great grandson, Waylon Charles. Services to be held at 2 pm on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, at Faith Baptist Church of Indian Trail. Visitation will take place at the church from 1 pm until the time of service. Interment to follow at Ritch Cemetery. Juanita’s family has given the family of Lowe-Neddo Funeral Home the privilege of caring for her and for them.

Sylvia Juanita McClain

February 6, 1933 - May 31, 2022