FARMINGTON
Clarence Henry Exon
March 15, 1925 - May 16, 2011

Clarence Henry Exon, 86, of Farmington, passed away on Monday, May 16, 2011. He was born March 15, 1925, to Henry and Myrtle Exon in Mancos, Colo.
He grew up in Mancos and graduated from Mancos High School. Clarence attended Fort Lewis College for nearly three years.
In 1950, he met and married Bonnie in Farmington. They were happily married for 61 years, less two days.
Clarence worked for three years at the Vanadium Corporation's plant in Durango, Colo.
He moved to Farmington and began working for the city power plant. He continued his career there for 33 years and 6 months.
After retiring in 1987, he resumed his passion for playing pool that he learned as a child in Mancos. Some of his other hobbies included nature-watching, jewelry-making, photography, coin collecting and walking his dogs. Clarence was the "best ever" husband, brother, father and grandfather.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Myrtle Exon; brothers, Bob (Enid) Exon; brother-in-law, Wayne Eaton; and sister, Rosezella (Bill) Morris.
He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Jean (Flora) Exon; son, Henry (Debbie) Exon; daughters, Marcia (Gene) Allen, Ramona (Tom) Bussard, Rebecca Exon; brothers, Dewey (Jana) Exon; sisters, Lorene Eaton, Wilma (Homer) Hartley, and Neva (Jim) Gagnebin; eight grandchildren; and 16 great grandchildren
Funeral services will be at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 21, at Brewer, Lee & Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St. in Farmington, with Pastor Robert Foster officiating.
Interment will be at 3 p.m. at Greenmount Cemetery, 900 Cemetery Road in Durango, Colo.
Pallbearers are Benjamin Bussard, Steven Bussard, Nathan Exon, Johnny Exon, Matthew Hartley, Sterling Morris, Jaime Exon and Andy Exon.
Those who wish to send condolences may do so at www.danielsfuneral.com
Arrangements are with Brewer, Lee & Larkin Funeral Home, 103 E. Ute St. in Farmington, (505) 325-8688.

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Published by Farmington Daily Times from May 18 to May 20, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Clarence Exon

20 Entries

Joe Hartley

May 29, 2011

My Dearest Aunt Bonnie,
My condolences do not express the sorrow and loss in the passing of Uncle Clarence. He was present at every turn of my life. Clarence always brought laughter and a smile for my family. He shared peace and good will with every visit. All of my children have memories of his love for them. Clarence will remain in our hearts forever. May he be blessed with eternal mountain pastures and may we all gather together once again.

Vicki Bruening

May 25, 2011

The family of Clarence Exon,

Clarence and family gathered at many of our Tibbets/Elliott/Curley reunions. His presence made my great grandmother, Mae Tibbets Elliott, my grandmother, Ines Elliott Curley and my mother, Ruth Ottie Fisher Cabral quite happy, as they had a special bond. It was always nice to learn about our family heritage, see him and his family at our family gatherings in Colorado. My sympathy and prayers go out to his loved ones. May he rest in peace.

May 24, 2011

Dear Bonnie and Family,

Even in sorrow for losing Brother Clarence, we are grateful for each of you and the time we had together this past week. Much love, Dewey and Janna

Gin Gustin

May 23, 2011

This man made me smile everytime that I saw him. I will forever be greatful for knowing him and his memory will remain in my heart. My deepest sympathy to those who were blessed enough to share in his life. He will be greatly missed and never forgotten.

A Legacy Continues

Sterling Morris

May 21, 2011

The sun has set and now the day has passed but the memory of Uncle Clarence lives on in the hearts of so many, for living a life that brings honor to all those who he has touched, and will serve as an inspiration to all those who shall follow. Thinking of My Dearest Family with My Deepest Sympathy and True Blessings
Love Sterling ~Vaya con Dios~

Kyle Guire

May 21, 2011

My heart and prayers goes out to Carence's family . He was a great man and will remain in our memories always.
Kyle Guire and Kids (Allison,CO)

Brenda Cordova

May 20, 2011

My heart and prayers are with all of you in this time of sorrow. Love you all.

May 20, 2011

Marcia - my condolences go out to you and your family. It's always hard to loose a loved one. Just wanted to let you know that I am thinking of you and yours. Take care. Linda Oldfield
(Riley)

james taman

May 19, 2011

To Bonnie and family-Clarence will for ever live and be in my heart.Due to the miles apart we were not able to be real close but he was always in my heart.I knew he was but a phone call away,wish we had some of the old times together again.my sincere sympathy in this time of sorrow will be felt here in Oklahoma..Rest in peace Clarence-- james(jim) Taman

Marcus Denetdale

May 19, 2011

My heart and prayers are with Clarence's family and friends. May God bring comfort and peace during this difficult time. I thank Bonnie and the entire Exon family for sharing your loved with me. Clarence has truly been part of my life. He has taught me many things. He will be missed. God Bless. Signed~Your Neighbor.

Libeth Brown

May 19, 2011

Ramona,
My prayers are with your family at this time.

With My Sincere and Deepest Sympathy

Sterling Morris

May 19, 2011

For right now, the winds of tomorrow softly speak with me today and the range of waves quietly whispers sounds of silence. I send my old fashioned healing prayers to my Dear Family with its warmth to rest beneath and to find comfort in words I can not express but hope this finds you all very well on this day of sadness. My thoughts and prayers are with you all now and in the many days to come. My words can not express the emptiness that has left me but the memory of My Uncle Clarence will go on forever in the hearts of those, in all walks of life, who will remember and they always will. What the heart has once owned it shall never lose! I wish there were a deeper way to express my sincere sympathy in this time of sorrow. Words convey so little where our heart feels so much pain and grief. I can not express in words the emptiness you have in your heart where words may not enter. In the back of ones mind lies many treasured memories. May you find comfort in the many of his loving memories which you will carry in your heart forever of a life who has touched so many in his own special way. May the Keeper, Our Creator, Our Lord, God Almighty, walk with you and your family through these difficult times ahead with my deepest and sincere sympathy to comfort you and your family as Uncle Clarence will be missed very deeply! May He Rest In Peace! With My Sincere and Deepest Sympathy, Love Your Nephew Sterling
~ Vaya con Dios ~

Steve Flora

May 18, 2011

My mom (Betty Westerhoven) also wishes to pass along condolences to the Exon family and friends. She has many fond memories of Clarence helping us in out times of need.

John Peterson

May 18, 2011

To Clarence's Family,
Our prayers are with you at this time that God will give you comfort and strength.It has been a long time since Vine Street.

May 18, 2011

Uncle Clarence will be remembered as a very special role model that his nephew Steve was glad to have in his life during his formative years. We looked forward to hearing about his acheviements in pool, clearly a favorite pastime, in the annual Christmas letters and we are glad that we made a family trip to "meet the relatives" so that Claudia could put faces to the names she heard about. We are saddened by this loss and are thankful that he lead such an active life for as long as he did.
Steve & Claudia Flora

Madonna Howard

May 18, 2011

We will all miss Clarence. He would give me advice and encouragement in playing pool, which I needed. He was a joy to be around and I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.

May 18, 2011

To Clarence's Family,
Clarence was one of the most kind, considerate and thoughtful gentlemen I have known. It was always a pleasure to see him and his family at many of our family gatherings in Colorado, whether is was just a family get together or,in recent years, a funeral or memorial service. His wise and joyful presence will be missed, but he will always be in our minds and hearts. Our sympathy and prayers go out to his loved ones.May he rest in peace.

Gary Curley, Danville, California

Grandpa and Michelle, April 2010

Erin Lee

May 18, 2011

Grandpa, I'm going to miss you so much! I wrote you a letter at 12:30 am Monday morning and was hoping to read it to you. It said that I love you and I'm so glad to have had you in my life. You taught me the importance of caring for your family, including children, grandchildren, and siblings. You were always so caring and giving. I was putting Michelle to bed last night and, as I heard the clock you gave her last year ticking and putting her to sleep, I couldn't help crying and missing you. However, I am so glad that you aren't in pain anymore. I know that the new body Jesus gave you, the one like the body He got after his resurrection, isn't painful or failing you. I'm not at all sad for you. I know you are doing great. I'm sad for me, not being able to hug you or talk to you about hunting over by Navajo Lake or about the coyote your dad tied up that became your pet. I'm sad for my daughters, the one who won't remember much of you and the two who never met you. I'm sad for Jason, because you are the only granddad he ever knew. I can't wait to hug your new neck with my new arms! Until then, I will miss you terribly!

Love, Erin

Shirl Enoah

May 18, 2011

To Clarence's family -- I played pool with Clarence several times, and was always honored to do so. He was a gentleman of the highest caliber. My deepest sympathy to his loved ones. God Bless.

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