William A. McClure
William A. McClure, fourth son of Andrew S. McClure, was born in Turtle Creek Township, Shelby County, Ohio, on the 29th day of October, 1836. His minority days were spent on the farm with his parents. He received a common school education. On the 21st day of August, 1860, he married Miss Loretta Carey, daughter of Thomas M. and Cyntha Carey, born in Turtle Creek Township, Shelby County, Ohio, April 19, 1841. Mr. and Mrs. McClure settled in Turtle Creek Township on the farm in section 8, on which they have since resided. Their union has resulted in twelve children, nine of whom are now living, six sons and three daughters. The three that are deceased are Artie B., died August 18, 1869. Laura Ann and Bonnie Ray died November 20, 1881, their deaths being only three hours apart, and they were buried in one grave. Mr. McClure has made farming his vocation, and now owns three good farms, one in Turtle Creek Township. on which he now resides, one in Franklin Township, and one in McLean Township.
From History of Shelby County, Ohio; R. Sutton & Co, Philadelphia PA, 1883