Clarence Pliny Libby

1931 - 2018

Clarence Pliny Libby obituary, 1931-2018, Newport Center, VT

BORN

1931

DIED

2018

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Curtis-Britch & Bouffard Funeral Home

4670 Darling Hill Road

Derby, Vermont

Clarence Libby Obituary

Clarence Pliny Libby, 86, passed away peacefully in the Town of Newport on Saturday, February 17th surrounded by his family. He was born on December 21, 1931 in Barton, VT, to the late Carlos and Vera (Fairbrother) Libby. Nicknamed "Tink" he graduated from Barton Academy in 1949, and Massachusetts College of Pharmacy on June 4, 1958. He married Donnie Marie Matthews on June 1, 1957, who survives him. He was being cared for by his family when he passed on to meet His Lord and Savior, Jesus.
Clarence was known by many in the community for being the owner of The East Side Pharmacy on East Main Street in Newport. He purchased the drug store in the early 60s and moved the business to North Country Hospital Medical Arts Building in 1983. In September of 1976, he received the Bowl of Hygieia award for "outstanding community service and pharmacy" from A.H. Robbins. He attempted to retire in 1993 when he sold the pharmacy, but had such a passion for his life's work as a pharmacist that he accepted a part-time position at Brown's Drug Store in Derby Line, VT. He continued his love for helping to heal others with his vast knowledge of medicine until he finally chose to retire at the age of 79, to spend more time with the love of his life, Donnie Marie.
Clarence served in the U. S. Army during the Korean War, and earned the National Defense Service Medal while serving in Panama, guarding the canal. He was honorably discharged on December 18, 1953.
After moving to Newport in 1959, he served the community in various ways as a member of Kiwanis, a Cub and Boy Scout Leader, and a faithful church attender at the United Church of Newport. In 1994 he became a member at the Grace Brethren Church of Irasburg where he served as a Deacon. Clarence loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren, whenever possible. He had a passion for flying (he was part owner of the "Gray Ghost" airplane), playing tennis, hiking, snowshoeing, alpine and cross-country skiing, and especially loved swimming in the ocean, at Crystal Lake, and in his own backyard. He will be remembered most as a servant who loved to help others. He enjoyed the snow, and will be fondly remembered for snow-blowing neighborhood driveways - a gift he was still giving this past January.
The family wished to express their thanks and appreciation for all those who participated in keeping Clarence and Donnie living independently in their own home for as long as possible, and to all those who helped with his care over the past several months. We are indebted to Dr. Niemera for her expert care, to the compassionate VNA and Hospice nurses and aids, and to family, neighbors, friends, and church family who assisted in so many ways. We give a heartfelt thanks to the Cartee family, Rhonda Bullis, and Joan Swenson, for their compassion and amazing support.
Clarence is survived by his loving wife, Donnie Marie (Matthews) Libby of Newport, and his five children: Scott M. Libby and his wife Monica of Newport, Sally Libby-Baldwin and her husband Bill Baldwin of Underhill, Barbara Jean (Libby) Dagesse and her husband Paul of St. Petersburg, FL, Kathryn M. Libby and Keith K. Banning of Helena, MT, and Joanna Libby Kinsey and her husband Earl of South Albany, VT. He is also survived by 13 grandchildren, and 8 great-grandchildren. Clarence was predeceased by his brother Walter Libby, and his parents, Carlos and Vera.
Friends may call at the Curtis-Britch-Converse-Rushford Funeral Home, located at 4670 Darling Hill Road in Newport on Thursday, February 22, 2018 from 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. A memorial service will be held at the Grace Brethren Church in Irasburg, at the junction of Routes 5 and 14 near Coventry, on February 23, 2018 at 11:00 A.M. Interment will be held in the spring with full military honors.
Online condolences may be shared at
www.curtis-britch.com.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Clarence's memory may be made to the Grace Brethren Church of Irasburg, VT. Please mail donations to P.O. Box 41, Coventry, VT 05825.

Published by Newport Daily Express from Feb. 19 to Feb. 20, 2018.
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To the Libby Family; We are so sorry to hear of the death of Clarence. We always enjoyed his humor! He was a gentle soul. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Dean and Shirley Seguin

Shirley Seguin

April 7, 2018

Donnie and family I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Libby passing. I have the fondest memories of when my Mom Helen Laramie worked at the eastside pharmacy, Also taking care of your beautiful children.He was a great man sending prayer and strength. Susan Laramie Monfette

Susan Monfette

February 28, 2018

May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories. We are sending our sincere sympathy to all of you.

John & Linda Gariepy

February 26, 2018

So very sad to hear about Mr. Libby, a great guy with a great sense of humor. He was a good friend to my family, my Dad adored him and I will never forget his generosity in hiring me to work at the pharmacy.
Susan Burns
Savannah, Georgia

February 23, 2018

To the Libby family,

On behalf of my mom, Mary Jean, and myself, we would like to extend sincere condolences to all of you. We were so saddened to hear of Clarence's passing. Even though I hadn't seen Clarence for some time, I have fond memories from times spent at the Libby house growing up to trips to the Eastside Pharmacy; he always took the time to stop and visit and he always had a smile on his face! He will be truly missed by many.

Susan (Pierce) Wright

February 22, 2018

Lee

February 22, 2018

I was so sad to hear about the loss of your Dad (and husband). I have great memories of visiting your family with Rose and the love and humor that always filled your house. I remember the twinkle in his eye, his quick wit and the warmth and wisdom he enveloped his family with. My love to you all and prayers for strength, serenity, grace and peace in your grieving.

Lorri LePage (Clapper)

February 22, 2018

To the Libby Family:

I am so saddened to hear the news about Clarence. I loved him as well as your family. I have so many vivid and wonderful memories of him, All the laughs and his deep knowledge of medicine. He was great in helping out my mother many times.

Please give my love to Donnie. I miss her and hope she is well.

Clarence is now in a better place. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Love, Stacey

February 22, 2018

To the Libby family, I am sorry to hear of Mr. Libby's passing. I have good memories of you all as I was growing up. Your dad was a nice man and my parents also were very fond of him. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

Ann Guyette-Jones

February 22, 2018

To the Libby Family:

I am so saddened to hear the news about Clarence. I loved him as well as your family. I have so many vivid and wonderful memories of him, All the laughs and his deep knowledge of medicine. He was great in helping out my mother many times. He certainly lived a 'full' life.

Please give my love to Donnie. I miss her and hope she is well.

Clarence is now in a better place. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers. God Bless.

Love, Stacey

Stacey Seguin

February 22, 2018

What a wonderful legacy, to have served God and his fellow man. He's Rejoicing now.

Anonymous

February 22, 2018

Our sincere condolences to the Libby family, Clarence always made sure there was never a dull moment when ever we visited. His sense of humor and wit always kept me on my toes. His whole family is like that! Our thoughts and prayers are with you all!

Mike and Lynn Fedele

February 21, 2018

What a great man! Always a smile and quick bit of Yankee humor! I remember his days at the pharmacy. He was never too busy to come out front from the "pill" room and just chat or help you out when indeed he had a ton of Rxs to fill! We have had many special times with him and Donnie at church and church conferences over the years. He was always ready to serve the Lord he loved and served Him well! Tink was a real encourager and inspiration to all who knew him and he will be greatly missed. However, to be absent from the body is to be present with His Lord!

Dan & Cindy Pierce

February 20, 2018

Lee

February 20, 2018

A wonderful man has passed on to a better world. Many childhood memories of Mr. Libby have flooded back, but what truly stands out in my mind is his kindness and generosity. My sympathies to the family...keep faith, he is waiting on the other side. - Rachel (Burnham) Connolly

Rachel Burnham Connolly

February 20, 2018

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. We fondly remember his pharmacy in town and also when it was moved to NCH. He always served his customers with a smile and a quiet sense of optimism and appreciation. Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, and with sympathy,

John & Joanne Fedele

February 20, 2018

Fond memories of a wonderful man. My sympathies to the family

James Sheltra

February 20, 2018

Such a wonderful man to have known. The world,our community has lost another great man. Condolences to all the family as we know you would love to still be able to sit and talk to him. But Praise the Lord ,he is with his Lord and Savior.
Mike & Kathy Burnham

February 20, 2018

Clarence was like a dad to so many young people during all the school years the Libby "clan" grew....I spent many, many hours at the Libby home, which WAS my home away from home. Dad Libby, you will always be loved and missed so much. My sincere condolences to Donnie/Mom, Scott, Sally, Barb, Kathy, Joanna and families. Love you.

Rose Dutil

February 20, 2018

Donnie and family,
I worked for Clarence at the Eastside Pharmacy after Earl Lewis retired. Clarence was a very special and kind person. I have
many good memories of those years. Prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

Nancy Tanguay

February 19, 2018

So sorry to hear about the passing of your father. My sympathies to all of you.

Valerie Plante Day

February 19, 2018

I am so sorry for your loss. I have just the fondest memories of spending time with your family. Mr Libby was a fun loving, funny man. Hugs to your family.

Lyn Porter

February 19, 2018

Barb and families. Was saddened to open Facebook and see that your Dad has gone to his maker. You are all in our thoughts and prayers. May our Lord's loving arms hold you and comfort you during this difficult time. Love you

Guy and Jackie Lamoureux

February 19, 2018

Clarence was a special man. I always enjoyed visiting with him while he filled my prescriptions. And what a sense of humor! Reg joins me in extending our sympathy to the entire family.

Marte Rhodes

February 19, 2018

To the Libby family: Please accept our sincere condolences on the passing of Clarence. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and for him. Clarence was our pharmacist for several years when we moved to Newport in 64, we enjoyed our relationship with him.

Bill and Dorine Gilding

February 19, 2018

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