Dana McClellan

Dana Lee Andersen McClellan, age 73, passed away at her Lehi, Utah home on January 9, 2026, after a difficult and courageous battle with cancer.

Dana was born on November 3, 1952, in Pocatello, Idaho, to Lyle and Anita Cutler Andersen. She was raised in American Falls and Sugar City, Idaho, where she developed a lifelong love for music, faith, and family.

She met her future husband, Dale R. McClellan, while attending BYU. Then, on September 7, 1973, Dana and Dale were sealed for time and all eternity in the Logan Utah Temple. Together they built a life centered on devotion to one another, their family, and the gospel of Jesus Christ.

During Dale’s military service and employment with the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Dana faithfully supported him while traveling around the country and abroad, including three years in Argentina. There she created lasting memories and deepened her love for people and culture.

Dana was a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints throughout her life. She served in many callings, always with quiet dedication and love, but her favorite was as Primary Chorister, where her joy for music and children shone brightly. Teaching children about the Savior through example and song brought her immense happiness.

Dana graduated from Ricks College where her love for music continued to grow. She went on to teach piano lessons for more than 35 years, instructing hundreds of students. She took great pride in each of them and cherished watching their confidence and talents grow. Her students were a constant source of joy, and she loved them dearly.

Dana will be remembered for her gentle spirit, unwavering faith, musical talents, and deep love for her family. Her life, thoughts, and prayers were directed towards her husband, children, and grandchildren, whom she cherished, and the gospel of Jesus Christ. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was a quiet testimony of Christlike service and love.

She is survived by her loving husband, Dale R. McClellan; her children Traci (Dana) Garrick, Shawn (Christina) McClellan, Devin (Tiffany) McClellan, and Mandi (Aaron) Connelly; her siblings Nicki (Jace) Mortensen and Rex (Heather) Andersen; 13 grandchildren and three great-grandchildren; and she was preceded in death by her parents, Lyle and Anita Andersen.

Services are under the care and direction of Olpin Family Mortuary in Pleasant Grove, Utah. Condolences may be sent to the family at olpinmortuary.com.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 13, 2025 at 11:00 AM in the LDS church building located at 1680 West 700 South, Lehi, Utah. Family and friends may attend a viewing before the service at the church from 9:30 - 10:45 AM. The interment will take place at the Elysian Burial Gardens, 1075 E 4580 S, Millcreek, Utah.

Dana’s family expresses heartfelt gratitude for the love, prayers, and support shown during this time. Her legacy of faith, music, and love will continue to bless our extended family and generations to come.