Carlton Clevenger Obituary

Name: Visitation for Carlton Clevenger
Start: 2014-06-25T22:00:00.000Z
End: 2014-06-26T00:00:00.000Z
Location: Altmeyer Funeral Homes & Crematory - Southside Chapel - Virginia Beach

Carlton Clevenger

Norfolk - Carlton Thomas "Tom" Clevenger, 58, passed away at his home in Norfolk on June 21, 2014, after fighting the good fight. He is the son of the late George Clevenger and Clara Clevenger of Frederick, MD. Tom is a 1974 graduate of Governor Thomas Johnson High School and he enlisted in the Navy right after graduation. Tom received his commission as Ensign in January 1990, and retired after 30 years of service as a Lieutenant Commander. He was highly decorated and through the Navy he was a seasoned world traveler. At the time of his death, Tom was still serving the Navy but as a civilian employee. He was an active member of the local VFW Post 4809 and was an avid motorcycle enthusiast. He will be greatly missed by family and friends.

Besides his mother he is survived by his beloved wife, Yumiko of Norfolk, VA; brother, Keith and his wife, Jami of Gettysburg, PA; sisters, Wendy, Karen, and Carolyn and her husband, Matthew all from Frederick, MD; two nephews, Cory and Lane; and three nieces, Colleen, Marissa, and Corrinne. Tom's father, George Clevenger, preceded him in death.

The family will receive friends on Wednesday, June 25 from 6pm-8pm at Altmeyer Funeral Home, 5792 Greenwich Rd., VA Beach. A funeral service will be on Thursday, June 26 at 10am at the funeral home, followed by a committal service at Albert G. Horton Jr. Memorial Veterans Cemetery in Suffolk, VA, with full military honors. Online condolences may be given to the family at www.altmeyer.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Jun. 24, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for Carlton Clevenger

9 Entries

Debra Bodenstedt

July 18, 2014

I am so sorry to hear of Tom's passing. I am honored to have known him and to have had him on my staff in Hawaii. He was a great patriot, a consumate professional, and someone who was always ready to help. The Navy and the ordnance community are better today due to his outstanding professionalism. He will be missed.

Mark Zinnel

June 26, 2014

Dearest Clevenger Family, I had the privaledge of working with Tom over the last six years at NMC. He was always ready to help and never hesitated when asked for anything. You and yours are in my prayers, God bless you.

Dave Lepard

June 26, 2014

Great American, Great Sailor. Tom was a friend and a true shipmate who gave it his all. I for one will certainly miss his chuckle and humor. Thanks Tom for your Service to our great nation both while on active duty and serving as a civil servant. To Tom's family, God Bless you all and always keep the smiling memories of Tom in your thoughts. WR/ CAPTAIN Dave Lepard, USN (RET)

Sullivan family

June 25, 2014

Dear Clevenger Family,
Our sincere thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. I worked with Tom while he was at NMCCED; he will be missed. We will continue to pray for you and Tom.

Jim Andreano

June 25, 2014

Tom was a class act through and through, he was a professional who I had the privilege of working with when we were onboard ENTERPRISE together bringing her out of a Complex Overhaul/Refueling (circa 92-95), during the lead up to getting out of the yard Tom and I worked together while he had his weapons elevators worked on and I was getting the crews galley eating spaces up to speed. Although Tom was only a JG at the time his experience and counsel coupled with his sense of humor assisted me greatly during that tour.

Tom and I crossed paths again at MSC. During the time of the MSC Ordnance issue, which led to the creation of N47, even though Tom had moved on to Hawaii, he continued to be a sounding board/consultant on MSC's plan of action. I could always count of Tom to provide valuable feedback and he always did.

Tom will certainly be missed by all of those who had the privilege of working with him over the years.

God Bless you Tom.

David Martin

June 25, 2014

RIP TOM-You are finally in "Hog Heaven", where you can continue to ride hard but safe. Will miss your intelligent conversation and wit. Your comrade, Dave Martin USMC Ret

June 24, 2014

Mrs Clevenger & Family,
I was a co-worker of Tom's when he came to MSC. He was one of the nicest guys I have ever known. I will cherish the memories I have of working and traveling with Tom, for the rest of my life. Please know that our thoughts and heartfelt prayers are with you and your family. No words I could possibly say could ease your suffering, but I hope you find strength in the presence of Christ and comfort in His Love. If there is anything we can do for you, please don't hesitate to call.
God Bless you and your family,
Gary, April, Caleb & Jacob Brinson

Bill Holtzner

June 24, 2014

RIP, Tom

Daryl Adamson

June 24, 2014

I am so sorry to hear about the loss of Tom. He was an amazing man and leader who lived life to the fullest. He was not only the kind of man people wanted to be, he was the kind of man people would be proud to be.

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