Jerry Wayne Barclay

Dana, IN

September 11, 1944 – June 1, 2026

Jerry was born to the late Frank and Eileen (Lyons) Barclay. Shortly after high school graduation, Jerry joined the U.S. Air Force. While stationed in Maine, he met and married Kathleen Archer, and they had three sons. They later divorced. While stationed in Wichita, Kansas, he met and married Agness (Sandy) Wallis in 1973, who had three children.

Jerry is survived by his children: Jeff Barclay, Chris Barclay, Ted Wallis, and Annette (Jim) Knox. He is also survived by his sisters, Rhonda Barclay and Rita Self, sister-in-law Ingrid Barclay, as well as many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren. He also leaves behind nieces, nephews, great-nieces, great-nephews, and numerous cousins.

Jerry was a member of the Dana Baptist Church for many years. He was a private person devoted to the love and pride of his family, extended family, and friends. Everyone knew his sense of humor and love of jokes. He will be fondly remembered by all who knew him.

Jerry retired at the rank of Master Sergeant after a 21-year career in the Air Force, where he was stationed throughout the United States and overseas, including Vietnam. He developed a love for local and regional foods and enjoyed cooking for family and friends.Jerry was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Sandy; his son, James Barclay; his daughter, Kim Hobby; and his brothers, Tom and Dick Barclay.

Graveside services will be arranged by Broadway Mortuary in Wichita, Kansas. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery, Kansas.

Special thanks to friends at the Dana Baptist Church, especially Pastor Marc Loveland, and to the special nurses and members of Wabash Valley Hospice for their assistance and care of Jerry.

Sunset Funeral Home and Cremation Center’s DeVerter Chapel, located at 215 N. Division St., in Cayuga, Indiana,47928 assisted the family in honoring Jerry's life.

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