April was the youngest of twelve children, the beloved "baby of the family", and a blessing to her parents union. She grew up surrounded by love, laughter, and the strong bond of family that continued to shape her life.

April graduated from Garner High School in 1997 and continued her education at North Carolina Central University. Education was a pillar in her life. In 2023, she proudly graduated from Kenneth Copeland Bible College with her Associates degree. Just two weeks before her passing, April had completed her first semester at Oral Roberts University, pursuing a bachelors degree in Business Administration with hopes of one day earning a dual master's in Public Health and a MBA.

April's love for helping others was one of the many reasons she was drawn to public health. She aspired to be a patient advocate, supporting individuals through their journeys with health disparities. On one occasion, she even spoke before a group of doctors, sharing the patient's perspective. Helping others came naturally to her—if she had it, she would give it. She often shared her favorite items like Stanley cups and Bath and Body Works, with people at church, her apartment complex, or anyone nearby. However, her generosity went beyond material things.

She freely offered prayers whenever someone needed them because April loved the Lord, and praising Him was a central part of her life.

April was preceded in death by her brothers, Wade and Harold McClain, yet leaves to cherish her memories are her siblings: Lena, Lois of Garner, NC; Thel of Irvington, NJ; Vera of Killeen, TX; John (Gwen) of Garner, NC; Sharon of Charlotte, NC; Deborah (Sean) and David of Killeen, TX; Lisa of Durham, NC; A host of neices and nephews, cousins, and friends.