Brian McClease

Brian McClease, of Louisville, Kentucky, passed away on November 6, 2026, in Louisville at the age of 49. Born on February 2, 1977, in Louisville, he left this world surrounded by the people he loved.

Brian was a man who found joy in simple and meaningful things. He enjoyed fishing, loved cars, and took pride in working on the house he shared with his family. He loved going to the beach and to the lakes, happy simply being there and enjoying the moment. He also loved taking long drives in his car. Brian enjoyed cooking, and his secret barbecue sauce recipe was one of the many special things that belonged only to him. He worked as an autobody repair technician and took pride in his profession, trying to teach his three boys what he knew.

He was deeply loved by his family, and he gave that love in ways both big and small. He loved making people laugh and thought it was especially hilarious to scare his grandson. Those moments of fun and mischief will be remembered with smiles by those who knew him best. His passing leaves a deep emptiness, especially for his wife, Patricia Lynn Gilpin, who shared his life and love.

Brian is survived by his wife, Patricia Lynn Gilpin; his sons, Dominic Jones (Kalin), Michael Cashin (Zitlaly), and Cameron Cashin (Brianna); and his grandson, Santigo Cashin. He is also survived by his father, Hank McClease (Diana); his biological mother, Bobbie Fernandez; his grandmother, Norma Richardson Cinnamon; his siblings, David Richardson, Dwight Gregory, David Earl Green “DaDa,” Tabitha Green, and Krissy Avila; and his best friend and brother from another mother, Brian Foster. He will also be remembered with love by many other family members and by his beloved fur baby, Ella Bella, lovingly called “Ellie Belly.”

He was preceded in death by his biological father, David Green; his adoptive mother, Deborah E. Pate; his sister, Ashley Ramon; and his cherished fur babies, Chico and "his main man hundred grand" Sasso.

Family and friends are invited to honor Brian’s life at Newcomer Funeral Home, East Louisville, 235 Juneau Dr, Louisville, Kentucky 40243, on Saturday, November 14, 2026, for visitation from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., followed by a Celebration of Life at 3:00 p.m. Visitation will continue from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Brian will be laid to rest at Louisville Memorial Garden East, 11601 Ballardsville Road, Louisville, Kentucky 40241, on Monday, November 16, 2026, at 1:00 p.m.

Brian will be remembered for his love of family, his sense of humor, his skill with cars, and the happiness he found in everyday life. He was very loved, and his memory will remain close in the hearts of all who knew him.