DOVER - Mackclain Booth Jr., 77, died following a courageous battle with several illnesses. He was born to the late John and Mary Holleger on Sept. 14, 1943, in Philadelphia, Pa. He was proud to have served in the United States Marine Corps., and later worked as a musician, playing the prestigious Apollo Theater, with his group the Pat Booth Trio. He was predeceased by his children, Leona Acea and Andre Acea. He is remembered by his wife, Elizabeth Booth; and his children and step-children, Russell LaMar Jacquet-Acea, Jon Acea, Lisa Marie (Acea) Kemp, and Robert Melvin James Jr. His family is planning a private memorial service following cremation. Letters of condolences can be sent via www.pippinfuneralhome.com.