Eldridge McClendon, born on April 20, 1969 to Arleen and Eldridge McClendon Sr., was a cherished son, brother, husband, father, and friend. He graduated from Forest Brooke High School in 1988 and was baptized into The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints soon after. Eldridge served a mission in Antofagasta, Chile, and later married his eternalcompanion, Brenda McClendon, in the Santiago, Chile Temple on March 2, 1995. Together,they raised three beautiful daughters Qiattanea, Arrlina, and Brriantana whom Eldridge was privileged to baptize.He was passionate about martial arts, learning Cantonese, and most of all, helping others through his deep love for God. His warmth, humor, and generosity brought joy to all who knew him. Eldridge will be deeply missed, but his legacy of love, laughter, and faith will live on in the hearts of his family and friends forever.