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Laurence Clifford “Cliff” Clarey

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Birth	:	3 Apr 1929 Akron, Plymouth County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	24 Jan 2011 Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Saint Patricks Cemetery, Akron, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate	:	42.8232300, -96.5374800
Description	:	Cliff Clarey, 81, of Akron, Iowa passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 24, 2011 at Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa. Mass of Christian Burial was on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Akron, Iowa. Monsignor Richard Zenk celebrated. Interment followed in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Akron, Iowa. Laurence Clifford Clarey was born April 3, 1929 in Akron, Iowa, the son of Edward (Clifford) and Iva (Belt) Clarey. He was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith. He attended country school near Akron, Iowa while helping his father on the family... Read More	Cliff Clarey, 81, of Akron, Iowa passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 24, 2011 at Mercy Medical Center in Sioux City, Iowa. Mass of Christian Burial was on Saturday, January 29, 2011 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Akron, Iowa. Monsignor Richard Zenk celebrated. Interment followed in St. Patrick's Cemetery in Akron, Iowa. Laurence Clifford Clarey was born April 3, 1929 in Akron, Iowa, the son of Edward (Clifford) and Iva (Belt) Clarey. He was baptized and confirmed in the Christian faith. He attended country school near Akron, Iowa while helping his father on the family farm. Following his schooling, he continued helping on the farm and worked for the Farmer's Coop in Akron. He was united in marriage to Gladys McCorkell on October 27, 1949 at St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Akron. Following their marriage, they farmed in South Dakota until a farming accident left him unable to continue farming. In 1957, they moved to Southern California. Cliff went to work for the Pan Pacific Auditorium until the mid 60's, when he went to work for Justice Brothers Oil Company. Following his time there, he worked for Wynn's Oil Company as a warehouse manager. Following his retirement in 1988, they moved back to Akron to be closer to their family. Cliff was a member of St. Patrick's Catholic Church in Akron. He was an avid fan of the Chicago Cubs. He enjoyed having coffee with family and his many friends. Cliff also enjoyed crafting wind chimes and doing yard work. But most of all, he loved the times spent with family, especially his grandchildren. He always enjoyed watching them participate in their many activities. He will be greatly missed. Survivors include his wife of over 61 years, Gladys of Akron; his children: Larry Clarey (Verna) of Akron, Peggy Wright (Bob) of Medford, OR, Patty McLain (Bob) of Glendora, CA, Teresa Moring of Akron, Dennis Clarey of Denver, CO, and Joe Clarey (Jennifer) of Akron; 13 grandchildren; 14 great grandchildren and 2 yet to be born; his brother: Robert Clarey (Lois) of Akron; 2 sisters: Phyllis Ludwigs (Gerd) of Akron and LaVonne Henry of Akron; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; 4 brothers: Tom Clarey, Jim Clarey, Bill Clarey, and Clarence Clarey; and 2 sisters: Mary McIlvenna and Irene Greenleaf.

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Laurence Clifford “Cliff” Clarey's memorial is located at: Saint Patricks Cemetery, Akron, Plymouth County, USA.
When did Laurence Clifford “Cliff” Clarey death?
Laurence Clifford “Cliff” Clarey death on 24 Jan 2011 in Sioux City, Woodbury County, Iowa, USA
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Latitude: 42.8232300
Longitude: -96.5374800

Family Members:

Parent

Edward Clifford Clarey

(1902 - 1985)

Iva M Belt Clarey

(1906 - 1946)

Spouse

Gladys Lucille McCorkell Clarey

(1931 - 2020)

Siblings

Thomas Edward “Tom” Clarey

(1925 - 1999)

CPL James “Jim” Clarey

(1926 - 1995)

William Joseph “Bill” Clarey

(1928 - 2005)

Mary Elizabeth Clarey McIlvenna

(1930 - 2001)

Phyllis Ann Clarey Ludwigs

(1931 - 2017)

Kathryn LaVonne Clarey Henry

(1932 - 2021)

(unknow - unknow)

Robert Francis “Rob” Clarey

(1935 - 2012)

Irene Lois Clarey Greenleaf

(1936 - 2004)

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Nearby Cemetories:

1. Saint Patricks Cemetery
Akron, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8232300, -96.5374800

2. Riverside Cemetery
Akron, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8367004, -96.5453033

3. Gores Bluff Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8035069, -96.6260468

4. Mount Hope Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8885994, -96.5667038

5. Union Creek Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8911018, -96.5863037

6. Westfield Township Cemetery
Westfield, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7510986, -96.5914001

7. Richland Cemetery
Richland, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7682991, -96.6624985

8. Mills Family Cemetery
Westfield, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7188460, -96.6019280

9. Saint Johns Lutheran Church Cemetery
Ruble, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8372000, -96.3799000

10. Pleasant Hill Cemetery
Spink, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8741000, -96.6876000

11. Pleasant Valley Cemetery
Adaville, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7494011, -96.4005966

12. Big Springs Cemetery
Big Springs, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9379000, -96.6090000

13. First Brule Creek Cemetery
Elk Point, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7943993, -96.7069016

14. Old Big Springs Cemetery
Big Springs, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9455986, -96.5868988

15. Saint Paul Cemetery
Elk Point, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7641983, -96.7061005

16. Union County Poor Farm Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7649210, -96.7077580

17. Pleasant Hill Cemetery Old
Spink, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8588462, -96.7215592

18. Brule Creek Cemetery
Spink Township, Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8346510, -96.7324350

19. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Johnson Township, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7416992, -96.3707962

20. Plymouth Presbyterian Cemetery
Brunsville, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8208760, -96.3318410

21. Ahlsborg Lutheran Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8228000, -96.7612000

22. Nora Cemetery
Union County, USA
Coordinate: 42.9314003, -96.7061005

23. Saint Paul Lutheran Cemetery
Adaville, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.7484000, -96.3315000

24. Saint Johns Cemetery
Craig, Plymouth County, USA
Coordinate: 42.8939018, -96.3225021