Fred L. McClure, 74 of Herrin died Sunday, June 21, 2020 at his home in Herrin. Fred was born on March 12, 1946 in Murphysboro, Illinois to the late Ervin and Nellie (Dollins) McClure. Fred was united in marriage to Gail Forgy in Cahokia Illinois on June 11, 1966. He is survived by his wife Gail; son David McClure; daughter Lisa and husband Thaddeus Jones. He is also survived by 3 grandchildren, Jacob,Olivia and Gus Jones of Shawnee Hills, Ohio and numerous other relatives and friends. Fred is also survived by extened family to whom he was known as their Papa, Sergio, Lety, Jr., Carmen Jesus and Jose Mendez. A memorial service for Fred will be held at 11:00 am Saturday, August 1, 2020 at the Van Natta Funeral Home in Herrin with long time friend Gene Brown officiating.