Claud Stephen McShine

Claud Stephen McShine was born January 3, 1932 in Trinidad to the late Archiebald and Albertina Campbell McShine. Claud made his transition from an earthly dwelling to his heavenly home on Wednesday, March 21, 2018 at Memorial Regional Medical Center in Mechanicsville, Virginia. He was educated in Trinidad where he graduated high school. From 1949-1974, Claud was an professional marathon runner. He ran his first race at the age of 16, coming in fourth place. He went on to win 1st place in three marathons in Trinidad. At the age of 22, he moved to London, England where he continued to run professionally and placing within the top 6 in Spain, London, Guyana, Jamaica and Puerto Rico. He later became a training coach for UCLA in California and Public Relations Officer of the National Amateur Athletics Association in Trinidad. Upon returning to Trinidad, he was also the President and Coach of the Athletics Club. He accepted Jesus early in life and later became a member of 31st Street Baptist Church. While there, he served in several auxiliaries of the church including: The Progressive League, Sexton and Trustee. He was always willing to serve and use his talents in any capacity in which he felt could make a difference. He began his professional career as a locksmith for the City of Richmond retiring after 20 years of service. He also worked for 31st Street Baptist Church retiring after 28 years of service. In 2004, Claud was joined in holy matrimony to Eloise Helen. In July 2018, they would have celebrated 14 years of marriage. Claud accomplished much in life and received numerous accolades such as: 31st Street Baptist Church Man of the Year (1992), Boys and Girls Club of Richmond (17 years), Distinguished Service Award at 31st Street Baptist Church as Trustee/Sexton and Building Superintendent (2007) and Dedicated Service from the Board of Trustees (April 23, 2017). He enjoyed traveling, being a locksmith and his family. His favorite song was "His Eye Is On The Sparrow". Claud would want to be remembered as a hard worker, marathon runner, dedicated church member, protector and provider to his family and loved the Lord. Claud leaves to cherish in his memory a loving and devoted wife, Eloise Helen McShine; daughter, Claudette; 6 step-children; 3 grandchildren, Kadeem, Quane and Danielle; 4 great-grandchildren, Skyelar, Gabrielle, Nahfari and Ethan; 2 sisters, Lucille and Althia (Kenny); brother, Ruben; a host of other relatives and caring friends.

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Claud Stephen McShine

January 3, 1932 - March 21, 2018