Celia “Mae” McCloud
Celia “ Mae” McCloud, 98, passed away Wednesday (Sept 17, 2008 )at Kansas Christian Home in Newton.
She was born on August 24, 1910 in Walton, Kansas to William C. and Grace (Stratton) Mills. She married Robert F. McCloud in June 1935. He preceded her in death in December 1984.
Mae graduated from Walton High School and Bethel College (North Newton). She helped pioneer Northview Opportunity Center (Newton) and taught there for many years. Among her many accomplishments, she was chosen Woman of the Year in her area of teaching.
She is survived by 2 sons, Terry (and Darla) McCloud and Arnie (and Joyce) McCloud, all of Newton.
Grandchildren include: Scott & Mary Anne McCloud (Newton), Steve & Vonna McCloud (Newton), David & Tayna McCloud (Newton), Shelly & Paul Hardin (Davie, Florida), Beth and Brad Moulds (Hesston) Julie Mills & Jeff Weis (Newton), Jana & Greg Hinz (Newton), and twenty great grandchildren and two great-great grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her brother, Earl Mills of Newton.
Visitation will be Friday at Broadway Colonial Funeral Home, Newton, with family present from 6:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M.
A family burial will be Saturday morning at Walton Cemetery. A memorial service will be held at 1:30 P.M. Saturday, at the Kansas Christian Home.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Kansas Christian Home or Hospice Care of Kansas in care of the funeral home.