With deepest sorrow we at Henryhand Funeral Home regret to announce the passing of Anna Rose McClary, 72, who passed away on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.

The Life and Legacy of Anna Rose "Baby" McClary

Anna Rose "Baby" McClary better known as "ROSEANN'" beloved daughter of the late James McClary and Bertha L. McClary, was born on January 27, 1953, in St. Stephen South Carolina. On Tuesday, December 30, 2025, at her home in St, Stephen South Carolina Roseann peacefully transitioned into eternal rest surrounded by love.

Roseann grew up in St. Stephen SC. received her education through Berkeley County school system and graduated with high school diploma.

Roseann began her walk with Christ at St. Stephen Missionary Baptist Church at the early age, and continued until her death embodying the spirit of humility and dedication. There, she was a faithful member, and she proudly served as a member of the Pastor-Aide Committee.

Upon graduating school Roseann moved to Brooklyn, NY. And lived there for 3 years working as a bank clerk for Morgan Guarantee Bank. She subsequently relocated to Baltimore, MD. Where she lived for 5 years working as a maintenance worker for Able Building Maintenance Company.

Feeling a loss for home and a desire to assist with the care of her ailing Mother Roseann returned home in 1982. She Worked at knitwear for a short period sewing, then Citgo gas station as a cook and her final job before retirement was Timberland High school as a janitor for 5-years.

Roseann had a zest for life and many hobbies that brought her joy. She had a good eye for decorating and could put furniture, rugs and flowers in a room and make it look great. She also had a green thumb. If she planted it, it would grow.

Roseann was known for her kindness, humor and the ability to brighten a room. Roseann had a heart for making others laugh and smile. Her family was the center of her world, and her legacy of love and devotion will be cherished forever.

Preceded in death by: her Mother Mrs. Bertha L. McClary; father, Mr. James McClary; brothers, John W. McClary and Ronald R. McClary; sisters,  Carrie B. McClary and Sister Lillie "Ruby" Miller.

Roseann leaves to cherish her legacy: daughters, Temiaka Tish McClary and Melissa Keri McClary; granddaughter, Taylor Deanna Ballard; siblings, Beatrice Brown and Darlene Morton; nieces, Tina R. Miller, Robyn B. Dunmeyer, Mercedes Morton and Jordan A. Brown; nephews,  Corey N. Brown, Shawn S. McClary, Darius Fisk, Tyson Fisk, Sterling McClary, Malik McClary and Jonathan McClary; a host of other families and friends who deeply miss her.   four special friends, Janice Singh Parmar, Esther Ford, Florence McHoney and Geneva Austin who were all very dear to her heart.; and one special cousin, Archie Brown.

All arrangements and professional services have been entrusted to Henryhand Funeral Home of Kingstree, SC. 843-354-2292.