David McClain

David McClain, age 82, passed away on Friday, December 19, 2025. He was born the son of Vivian and Verne McClain on March 1, 1943, in Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania.

David was employed by MidAmerican Energy for many years, where he was known for his dedication and strong work ethic. In his younger years, he was active in the Boy Scouts and later proudly served in the United States Navy during the Vietnam era. He was a member of both the Mustang Club of Iowa and the RC Addicts club, enjoying the friendships and shared interests found within those communities. His faith was important to him, and was a devoted member of Berwick Congregational Church. David married his first wife, Ruth, on June 5, 1965 and they shared 40 years of marriage until her passing in 2005. He later married his second wife, Judy, and they were married on October 1, 2014.

He is survived by his wife, Judy McClain; daughter, Susan (Ron) Danks and their daughter, Emma Danks; brother, Gordon Smith; stepson, Don Pettorini, and Dave (Carrie) Pettorini; stepdaughter, Julie (Kevin) Pettorini; 6 step- grandchildren, and 4 step- great- grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.

David was preceded in death by his parents and stepparents; his 1st wife, Ruth; brothers, Richard and Steven; and sister, Donna.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m.- 11:00 a.m., Friday, January 2, 2026, with funeral service following at 11:00 a.m., at Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home. 105 4th Street SW, Altoona, Iowa 50009. Burial will take place at Berwick Cemetery. The family invites you to a luncheon and a time of fellowship at Hamilton's Altoona Funeral Home following the graveside service.

The family would like to thank the doctors at the VA hospital, the University of Iowa Palliative Care team, and especially Kavanagh House for their wonderful care for David.

Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in memory of David.

Condolences may be expressed at: www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com

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