Barbara Brimm McClary, 89, of Denton, passed away on Friday, October 26, 2012 at her residence. She was born September 24, 1923 in Ponca City, Oklahoma to Frank D. and Mattie Gill (Bradley) Brimm. She was married to Robert Edward McClary on December 5, 1942 in Dallas, Texas, and he preceded her in death. She was currently attending Ridin' For The Brand Cowboy Church in Sanger and was a long time volunteer at the Denton State School. She was a retired secretary having worked for the Denton State School and Katz Advertising Agency. Her favorite hobby was playing cards with her family and friends. She never cheated, but she often changed the rules for her benefit.
Barbara McClary is survived by daughters and sons-in-law, Ilene and Tim Vought of Carrollton, Cindy and Harold Bowles of Era; son and daughter-in-law, Robert Edward "Bob" McClary, Jr. and Dee of Sanger; ten grandchildren, and twenty great grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held at 3:00 PM Sunday, November 11, 2012 at Ridin' For the Brand Cowboy Church, 5926 455W, Sanger, TX 76266. Pastor Jack Blease will officiate the service. A private burial was held at the Keenan Cemetery in Farmers Branch, Texas. Mulkey-Mason Funeral Home, 705 N. Locust, Denton is in charge of arrangements. In lieu of flowers you may make a memorial contribution to Ridin' For the Brand Cowboy Church.