Wayne Leon McClain, also known as “Mac,” of rural Glasco, KS, passed away on June 5, 2026, at the Belleville Health Care Center in Belleville, KS. He was 90 years old.
“Mac” was born June 2, 1936, in Falls City, NE, to Sterling Wayne McClain and Esther Marie Merritt. He later moved to Kansas City, MO. He chose to follow his father’s footsteps by making his career in the railroad. He worked for several railroads across the Midwest. He served in the Air Force Reserves prior to and during the Cuban Crisis.
As a young man, he enjoyed participating in stock car races, camping, fishing and hunting.
He was proud of overcoming his alcohol addiction with the help of AA. He had been sober since September of 1987.
“Mac” married Wanda Jean Corey on June 29, 1955. Together they raised 5 children; Jerry (Charlene) of Peculiar, MO, Karen (Bill Spear) of rural Concordia, KS, Mike of Delphos, KS, Carl (Lee) of West Chester, IA, and John also of West Chester, IA. He had several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
“Mac” was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, and one son.
Visitation will be Friday June 12, 2026, from 2:00–7:00 p.m., with the family receiving friends from 6:00–7:00 p.m. at Nutter Mortuary, Concordia, KS.
Funeral Services are Saturday June 13, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. at Nutter Mortuary, Concordia, KS, with Pastor Earl Hale officiating.
The Burial will follow at the Morrison Cemetery, rural Concordia, KS.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the 4J Cowboy Church, Concordia, KS.
For online condolences, please visit nuttermortuary.com.
