Richard B. Clausing

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Richard Clausing Obituary

Clausing, Richard B., retired attorney, died Wed., March 9, 2011. He was born June 8, 1918, at Cushing, Oklahoma, son of Bertha Burns and Walter F. Clausing. He graduated from Enid High School, the University of Wichita and Washburn Law School, and was admitted to the Kansas Bar in 1942, before enlisting in the Navy. On April 15, 1944, he married Nancy Hunter of Smithfield, North Carolina. He retired with the rank of Captain from the U. S. Naval Reserve, having served during W. W. II on the U.S.S. Cascade and the U.S.S. Eugene E. Elmore in the Atlantic and later at Guadalcanal and New Guinea; on the U.S.S. Hamul during the Korean conflict, and as Commander of the Naval Reserve Training Center in Wichita. Richard practiced law in Wichita from 1945 to 1986 except for 1954 and when Governor Hall appointed him to serve in Topeka as Director for Kansas of the Federal Housing Administration. He served on the Board of Governors of the Wichita Bar Association, President of the Reserve Officers Association and as an Elder of First Presbyterian Church. He was an avid fisherman, a duplicate bridge Life Master and former small airplane pilot. He is survived by wife Nancy; sons Richard, Jr. and Kurt; daughters Carroll Hoke and husband Charles; Nancy Little and husband Steve Shirley; Mary Elliott and husband John, Jamie DeWitt and husband Darren; grandchildren Etienne Olson, Angie Glover, Joe Clausing, Michael and Louis Levy, Daniel Clausing and Lauren DeWitt, and six great-grandchildren. Service 10:30 A. M. Thursday, March 17th, First Presbyterian Church. Memorial in lieu of flowers to First Presbyterian Church, 525 North Broadway, Wichita, Kansas 67214. Share online condolences at www.CozineMemorial.com. Services by Broadway Mortuary.

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Published by Wichita Eagle from Mar. 12 to Mar. 13, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for Richard Clausing

11 Entries

Bill MacInnes

March 18, 2011

On bahalf of the USS Block Island Association, we extend our sympathy to Nancy and family on the death of Richard (Dick).
Sincerely,
Bill MacInnes
Editor - CHIPS
USS BLOCK ISLAND ASSN.

Jan Clausing

March 17, 2011

Nancy - I feel privileged to have known Dick - what a powerful influence he was on all of us! Thanks to both you and Dick for being wonderful grandparents to Joe. I believe that the world is a better place as the result of Dick's legacy which will live on in his kids and the generations to follow. Nancy, bless you and all the Clausing family, and thanks for sharing your wonderful husband and father with us all.

March 16, 2011

To Mary--I was so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing. My thoughts are with you and your family.--Ronni Garbowit

March 15, 2011

Kurt and Family,

As I read this wonderful account of Mr. Clausing's life, I only regret that we never met him, particularly since we lived in Wichita for many years and could have. However, our family is now privileged to share his legacy in Kurt, who gives so generously to our collective lives both in friendship and business assistance. I know your faith will sustain you, despite this difficult time. May God bless you, Daniel and all your family, as He surrounds you with His comfort. We are holding you in prayer.

With our deepest sympathy,
Mary Anne Wulfsberg, Loren and Julie Kiser, and Lori McCutcheon (Prairie Village, KS)

March 15, 2011

My heartfelt sympathy to my very dear friend Mary and her loving family who she cherishes. When she spoke of her Dad her eyes would light up with pride and love- described him as being so very strong but just as gentle. I am sure he is looking down this week with love and pride as you are all remembering days past, and bonding on a deeper, spiritual level, despite the geographic distances in your adult lives. Mrs. Clausing I am so sorry for the void and loss you must feel. I hope the loving memories of your life together will get you through this difficult time.
Fondly, Terry Roome

Dan Gibson

March 13, 2011

Rick (Jr) and Family:

As one of Rick's high school buds, I had the opportunity to interact with Mr. and Mrs. Clausing frequently for a few years. They added much color to life and I truly enjoyed their company. I didn't know Mr. Clausing all that well, but respected him, nonetheless. I remember him as a distinguished gentleman, always friendly and welcoming. Our sincerest condolences to you Mrs. Clausing, to my friend Rick and to the rest of the Clausing family. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

With kindest regards,
Dan and Kristen Gibson
Duluth, Georgia

Robert Stephan

March 13, 2011

What a wonderful person Richard was. He always had a welcome smile. When I lived in Wichita it was always a pleasure to be in his company. Nancy, may God be with you and the family.

Peggy McCall-Tulk

March 13, 2011

Mrs. Clausing and family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of Mr. Clausing. I have a lot of good memories of being neighbors to you years ago. May Our Lord comfort you and help you get through the coming days.

Vicki (Wood) Patrick

March 13, 2011

Nancy - I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that God will comfort you and your family during this sad time. You are lucky to have had your dad for such a long time and he will remain in your heart always. Blessings to all of you.

Blanche Parker

March 12, 2011

Nancy, All of your D.A.R. sisters in Randolph Loving Chapter grieve with you in your loss. We love you.

Lee Thurman

March 12, 2011

My hopes are that you will find comfort in the outpouring of sympathy from all of us who share in your loss. Dick was a friend of man-to vice alone a foe; always leaned toward virtue.

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