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Matthew CLEMENS Obituary

CLEMENS, Matthew A.

Matthew A. Clemens, D.D.S., 64, died November 10, 2021. He was born on May 30, 1957, in Columbus, OH, to parents Dr. Ralph B. and Betty (nee Schwieterman) Clemens. Dr. Clemens was a graduate of Bishop Fenwick High School where he was a standout athlete, part of the Class A Football State Championship teams of 1973 and 1974. He earned his bachelor's degree from Miami University and his dental degree from Ohio State University. He joined his father's dental practice in 1983 and they practiced together for several years, before his father retired. Matt married his high school sweetheart, Karen (Marstall) Clemens in 1979 and together they raised four children, Benjamin Clemens, Sara (Robin) Harper, Christen (Jeffrey) Cryder, Jr. and Adam (Amy Brinkman)

Clemens. He was also blessed with three grandchildren,

Matthew Harper, Hannah Cryder, JoJo Harper and baby girl Cryder due in January. Matt is also survived by his sisters,

Cheryl (David) Callsen, Karen (Andrew) Fedders and Cathy

(Michael) Jakubow, two sisters-in-law, Melissa Gallagher and Joanne (Timothy) Bruggeman, his father's wife Patricia Sinn-Clemens, many nieces, nephews, friends and colleagues. Visitation will be Wednesday November 17 from 5:00 to 7:00pm at Wilson Schramm Spaulding Funeral Home, 3805 Roosevelt Blvd. (at Bonita Dr.) Middletown, OH 45044. A memorial mass will be Thursday, November 18, 2021, at 11:00am at Holy Family Parish, Holy Trinity Church, 201 Clark St., Middletown, OH 45042 with Father John Civille as celebrant. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be made to St. John XXIII Catholic School, 3806 Manchester Rd., Middletown, OH 45042 -OR- an animal charity of your choice. Facial coverings and social distancing are recommended. Please sign the guestbook at


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Published by Journal-News on Nov. 14, 2021.

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November 27, 2024

I knew Matt in Dental School, He was the best. Tom Earley,DDS

Heidi Hall

February 7, 2022

Karen and Family, My thoughts and prayers go out to you, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I had just seen him on November 8 for my cleaning. I loved coming to the dentist to check in with all of you all. It is definitely like losing a friend when I have been coming to the practice for 15+ years. My heart goes out to all of you. RIH Dr. Clemens.

Mr & Mrs Ric Bumgardner

January 24, 2022

Rest in Heavenly Peace Dr Clemens We thank you and will
Miss you. Prayers for Karen and the family.

Sandi Capozzi Wulfeck

December 11, 2021

Karen, So saddened to read about Matt´s passing, cannot believe it. My thoughts and prayers to you and family..

Susan Faulkner

November 30, 2021

Karen and Family, my heartfelt condolences to all. Matt carried a larger than life presence, but was a gentle giant to all who knew and loved him. Prayers to all. Susan Faulkner

Drs. Conley, McDaniel & Nall

November 22, 2021

We were so very sorry to learn of Dr. Clemens passing. Our sincere condolences to the entire Clemens family.

Lisa Wyatt

November 19, 2021

So very sorry for your loss. Remembering you and your family in my prayers.

Karen Kinney-Mathy

November 17, 2021

Karen and Family,
I am so sorry to hear of Dr. Clemens passing. He has been my only dentist since I was 3 and I always looked forward to going and talking to him after my cleanings. He was such a wonderful man. He will be missed. Praying for comfort for all of you.

Howard Chenoweth

November 17, 2021

So sorry for Dr. Matt's passing. He was a good man and a great dentist. My sympathy to Karen and family.

Lanise Weidle

November 17, 2021

Karen and Family, You are in my heart; I pray you God's Love and Blessings. Just hard to accept and believe Dr. Matt is gone from our lives...He was so very special, in so many ways, as are you. Hope you stay in touch.
Lani Weidle

Marty and Evelyn Hensler

November 17, 2021

We were saddened to hear of Matt´s passing. We both will keep you and your family in our prayers.

Beth Mullins

November 17, 2021

Karen and Family,
Sending our deepest and sincere sympathy to you. We are praying for your family.

Steve Weikert

November 17, 2021

So sorry reading about the passing of Matt, he was as fine a person as there was.

Sandy Calhoun and Charles Brewer

November 16, 2021

Karen, we were so shocked. Matt was a wonderful person and dentist. His passing will be felt by many. You and the family will be in our prayers.

Kevin and Diane Gannon

November 16, 2021

Karen
Diane and I remember our good times on Sells Avenue during dental school. I would from time to time pass thru Middletown and always smile as I thought of our short time together. I will pray that you both find peace in this time of sadness.

Donna Donaldson

November 15, 2021

I am so sorry to hear about Matt´s passing. He was a wonderful dentist just like his father. My deepest condolences to you Karen and your family. I will keep you in my prayers.

Tom Cahill

November 15, 2021

Oh Karen, I am truly saddened by the passing of Matt. I spent countless hours playing euchre with Matt during college, and in those times it was clear what a humorous, loving bear of a man he was. Anyone who really knew him would say his presence was intimidating, but his heart was kind and gentle. Please accept my deepest condolences and know that I will be praying for you and your family that God will grant him peace, and you comfort.
God Bless You.

Tom Cahill
Elmhurst, IL

martha robertson

November 15, 2021

So sorry for your loss - my prayers are with you.

Susan Snelling

November 15, 2021

Oh my gosh!!! I am so upset to hear this! I am in shock! He's been my dentist for so long, it's definitely like losing a friend. Karen (and family)--- my thoughts and prayers go to you all. Peace and love always.

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Jennifer Lawson

November 15, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers.

Cathy (Norris) Vinson

November 15, 2021

Karen and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Keeping your family in my prayers.

Malek Safa

November 14, 2021

I am so sorry for your loss...

Malek Safa

Chester and Kristine Belue

November 14, 2021

Very sorry for your loss.

Karen M. Mogul

November 14, 2021

I am very sad to hear this. My condolences to the family.

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17

Visitation

5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

Wilson-Schramm-Spaulding Funeral Home

3805 Roosevelt Blvd, Middletown, OH 45044

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18

Memorial Mass

11:00 a.m.

Holy Family Parish, Holy Trinity Church

201 Clark St., Middletown, OH

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