Harold Spencer McFall, Sr.

Harold Spencer McFall, Sr. born to Roy Winifred McFall and Beatrice Walker McFall on February 11, 1928 in Texarkana, Arkansas. Harold’s parents passed away at an early age, and as young children, he and his four siblings were raised by their maternal grandmother, LeAnna Walker. Harold was inspired to serve his country in World War II, and enlisted in the United States Army Air Corp in June 1946. His tour of duty was in Alaska and Japan. Harold settled in Los Angeles, California and began studies at UCLA (and later, LATTC and Sacramento City College). He married his love, Jessie Lillian Tolliver, who passed away young and unexpected. Their loving union was blessed with a son, Harold, Jr. and daughter, Kathy, to whom he dedicated his life as single father and set aside his dream of achieving his college degree. His deep desire for love and family led to a marriage with Elmira Chappel and their blessed son, Kenneth. During his journey as a single parent of three young children he met his wife Minnie Porter and with whom he smitten and head over heels in love. Harold and Minnie were best friends and enjoyed their morning cup of coffee together for forty four years. Harold and Minnie’s union was blessed with a daughter, Cynthia and son, Timothy. Harold’s quest for love and desire for family was fulfilled. He relocated from Los Angeles, California to Mercer Island, Washington in 1978, where Harold was a Corrections Officer at Washington State Monroe Prison Facility. Harold was educated and a highly intelligent man with a love and mastery of the English language. He was known for his sophisticated vernacular and his advanced and unique self expression. He was witty and welcomed a good political debate with the best. Harold’s skills and natural talents lead him to a long career in public sector. Prior to relocating to Washington State in 1978, Harold was a Pharmacy Technician at Los Angeles County General Hospital and Teamsters Chief Steward. After relocating his family to Washington, Harold worked at STATE Corrections Facility as a Corrections Officer. In 1980, he accepted employment with the CA Conservation Corp, settling his family in Yreka. After retiring, Harold greeted, befriended and encouraged WalMart guests for six years. Since 2004, Harold (and Minnie) was a licensed foster parent while also, running McFall’s Childcare. Harold was loved and adored by Yreka residents, families, children, many local business owners, and hospital staff, all of whom he called "his friends". Harold was a loving brother, husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was larger than life and truly cared about all people and had a deep abiding love for his family. At an early age he fulfilled the roles of a single father, counselor, provider, protector and friend. He owned his Patriarch. He loved the Lord and enjoyed listening to Minnie sing hymns throughout her day. Harold was preceded in death by his parents; devoted grandparents; first wife, Jessie; sister, Lois; brothers, Horace, John and Robert; sister-in-law, Mary; niece, Deborah; nephews, Ronald (Elmer) and Ryan. He leaves to cherish his memories his beloved wife, Minnie; a great crown: sons, Harold, Kenneth Sr. and Timothy; daughters, Kathy and Cynthia; thirteen grandchildren, LaKiesha, Kurt Jr., Jasmine, Chandler, Kenneth Jr., Torey, Torino, Harold, Lee, Aaron, Tarik, Silas, Jessica; fourteen great-grandchildren, Eliza, Janessa, Malasyia, Jasmine, Kurt III, Anthony, Alisha, Silas, Bryson, Aiden, Ashley, Adrian, Ava; five great-great grandchildren, Josiah, Jerren Jr, Isaiah, Raimond, Jeremiah. Harold has a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, former co-workers, friends and a large Yreka community that showered him with love. The family would like to extend our thanks and gratitude to all the hospital staff, doctors, his caregiver, physical therapist, counselor, hospice staff, and the Girdners Funeral Chapel staff. A Memorial Services will be held on Tuesday, April 26, 2016 at 11:00 a.m. at Church of the Nazarene in Yreka, Ca., followed by a burial in Evergreen Cemetery.

Harold Spencer McFall, Sr.

February 11, 1928 - April 17, 2016