Detective Wayne Bradford McClelland

McClelland family, I think of your husband, father quite often. Back in the early 70’s I was a troubled young teenager and ended up in County detention for over a year before being sent away to North Dakota. Detective Wayne was persistent in trying to “get through”to me and would visit me several times a week during my year there. Every day he told me I was special, I was someone special, and someday I would make a difference in this world. He always took the time to make sure I was ok and if I needed anything. His kindness is what I carried with me through out my life and try to ensure I leave the same legacy someday. I am no spring chicken anymore but he taught me that kindness to others makes you feel full & happy no matter how old you are. I was heart broken when word got to me about his senseless death. I know he is still watching over not only his family but me as well. I hope you all know how much he is missed by others too. Kindly, Kathi

Kathi Austin

October 23, 2017