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Jerry Clarkson Obituary
Today we said good bye to our Dad, sending him into the waiting arms of his loving wife, our Mom, who has been longing for his presence for more than a year. We can only imagine the happy reunion.
Jerry Ray Clarkson was born on December 13, 1932 to George Victor Clarkson, and Orlean Howard Clarkson, and passed away on February 18, 2014. He was the oldest of three children. He grew up in North Salt Lake, Utah and attended Davis High school, where he met his future wife Carma Ann Moss. They were married in the Salt Lake LDS Temple on September 4, 1951. Together they had four children, Lana (Hal) Young, Bountiful, Jay (Beckie), Farr West, Jeff (Joyce), Kaysville, and Lisa (Cary Gunther), Fruit Heights, who created many grandchildren, and great grandchildren. Jerry started his 40 year career at Mountain Fuel Supply Company (Questar) in August of 1952 working from digging ditches to becoming Vice President of Marketing and Sales, retiring in December of 1992. He was very proud of his years at MFS.
Jerry was an avid car enthusiast, and owned more cars and trucks than we can count. His favorite pastime was to wash, polish and work on his cars. Jerry loved his family, more than anything in life. Jerry and Carma spent their retirement years traveling the country in their many motor homes, and enjoyed the winters in their second home in St. George for many years. Jerry was known for his happy nature, and constant smile. He never walked away from someone he cared about without saying "Be careful". Such a sweet man.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, and his wife Carma. He is survived by his children, and his two sisters, Connie (Dale) Capps and Kaye (Doug) Boulton, both of Bountiful. Our Family would like to thank our friends at Pheasant View Assisted Living in Layton, and Utah Hospice Specialists. Dad loved each and every one of you, and felt your love as well.
We would love to have you express your thoughts about Jerry at www.russonmortuary.com. Private family services were held previously.
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Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Clarkson
Don Showalter
March 3, 2014
Dear Clarkson Family:
I just learned today of your father's passing and your mother's passing last year. I was so sorry to hear this news. It was my opportunity to serve as their home teacher and bishop from 2002-2006. I loved your parents and appreciated their love for each other and for you, their children. May you be comforted at this difficult time.
Pat Drawe
February 27, 2014
Dear Lana and extended family,
I worked with Jerry at Mountain Fuel and appreciated his work ethic, his cheerful nature, and what I came to know was his life of integrity. It's hard to experience the temporary void in our world when loved ones pass on, but his love will be a strength to you and a source of recalled happy memories.
Sue Hokanson
February 26, 2014
Dear Clarkson Family,
I was so saddened to hear of Jerry's passing. I worked with him for several years at Mountain Fuel. I always thought the world of Jerry, he was definitely one of a kind and loved by everyone. I remember his and Dave Geerlings "planning meetings" and daily walks on their morning break. I hope they're sharing a walk right now. Remember you're in the hearts of those who care and the grief felt today will be replaced with precious memories.
Samuel Thomas
February 26, 2014
Lana and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May the fond memories of your Father outweigh your sorrows. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Sam Thomas
Jennifer Young
February 25, 2014
I only knew your father for a short time, but in that time I came to love his happy disposition and wonderful example. We moved my mother into Pheasant View in Dec. and Jerry always greeted us with a smile. I loved the way he would go to his table for meals and give each one a friendly hello and pat on the back. Often he would go get things and help others who couldn't get up and move like he could. He was a happy kind man.
He is missed.
Jennifer Young
February 24, 2014
Jerry: Our times together at Lake Powell were special, just as your efforts for our Company were. You made the special effort for both, I know, and I extend my kindest thoughts to all the Clarkstons.
Best wishes to you all.
Don Bennett
February 24, 2014
Lana,
It has been a long time since Questar and I don't know if you will remember me, but I have fond memories of conversations with you and your Dad. Your Dad could make someone's day just by saying Hi. He always had a smile on his face and a positive note in his voice, and you could tell how special you were to him by just watching the two of you interact at work. The memories you and your family have of times spent together with your folks will always be treasures. Find a fun picture of them and keep it where you can look at it now and then.
Jeanne Young (Legal Dept.)
Nick Rose
February 23, 2014
Lana, Jay, Jeff, Lisa and Families:
Penny and my sympathy in the loss of your wonderful father and my good friend for so many years. How I loved your father and your mother. They were wonderful people!
Your father made a tremendous contribution to Mountain Fuel, and to me personally, in his long career. I considered him my friend and a trusted and valued fellow employee!
Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers and that your parents leave a great legacy!
Nick Rose
February 23, 2014
Jeff,sorry to hear of your Father's passing. Best wishes to you and your family.
Tony Asay
Barbara Clark Boor
February 23, 2014
Connie, I am so sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. You and Jerry were very special friends to me. God Bless you and the family.
Shannah Springer
February 23, 2014
Jerry was such a wonderful man. He was so sweet and loving. He will be missed at Pheasant View. Thank you so much for sharing him with us, it truly was a privilege to get to know him. Your entire family will be in my thoughts during this time.
Mark & Celeste Cottrell
February 23, 2014
We didn't know Carma and Jerry, but we can feel the special love others had for them by living in the last home they shared together. We are told amazing stories of a great family and wonderful neighbors that they were. We sure have big shoes to fill in this neighborhood. We are so sorry for your loss.
Craig Keddington
February 22, 2014
Jay and Jeff,
I am sorry to hear of your dads passing. I know that you will miss him very much.
February 21, 2014
I'm so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Carma was my cousin, our Mothers' were sisters. Jerry was always very kind to me. I'm sure you are going to miss him. I hadn't seen them for years, but saw Jerry at Carma's graveside services.
Jo Schultz (Jolene Albean Schultz)
Cora and Larry Bridge
February 21, 2014
Lana and family,
We were so sorry to hear of your dads passing. We will always remember him for his happy nature and kind heart. May you be comforted by all of your happy memories of him and your mom.
Barbara Clark-Boor
February 21, 2014
I am so sorry to hear about Jerry's passing. I went to Davis High School with Jerry and Carma, I know they are having a happy reunion. You would never see Jerry in the halls at school without Carma by his side. God Bless the family.
February 21, 2014
Lana and family, Your dad was a wonderful guy who genuinely loved life and made a difference in the lives of anyone who knew him. Please know you are in my prayers. Much love... Cindy Sase
Juie Brinkman
February 21, 2014
In being Carma's visiting teacher for 4 years, we'd see Jerry there every time. He always had a smile and kind words for us. He truly was a kind, good, and genuine man and he will be missed. What a loving and supportive family you are. And what a privilege it was to know Jerry,
February 21, 2014
So very sorry about your dad. We had been friends many years, Spent the time in Yuma with them. He was a very special person. Bob and Marlene Barnett
Dennis Cox
February 21, 2014
So sorry to hear of Jerry's passing. He was truly a nice guy and helped me a lot while working at MFS. My thoughts and prayers are with Jay, Lana and the rest of the family.
annie horne
February 21, 2014
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Karen Pohlman
February 19, 2014
Dear Lana and family, So sorry for your loss. Your sweet dad will be sorely missed. It's an honor to have known him and will remember him for his sweet personality and beautiful smile. May God Bless you all at this time of loss.
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