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William Clary Obituary
William Leland Clary Jr., passed away to be with the Lord on February 16, 2012 at the age of 81. He was born on October 19, 1930 in Roma, Texas to William Leland Clary, Sr. and Mollie Anderson Clary. He is preceded in death by his parents, infant granddaughter, Kristin, and sister, Martha Clary Dickens. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Rosa Lee Medlin Clary; his son, David L. Clary and wife, Rhonda. Also surviving "Paw Paw" are his six grandchildren (Kevin, Kyle, Kristopher, Kody, Brittany and Bethany). Leland was a teacher and Chairman of the Social Studies Department at Robert E. Lee High School from 1965-1989. Visitation will be on Sunday, February 19, 2012 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Porter Loring on McCullough.
FUNERAL SERVICE
MONDAY
FEBRUARY 20, 1012
10:00 A.M.
PORTER LORING CHAPEL
In lieu of flowers, donations in his memory may be made to Alamo Heights United Methodist Church or to the American Diabetes Association. Interment in Mission Burial Park South.
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Frankie Jim Wilcox-Bockman
February 22, 2012
I am sorry for your loss of Leland, a wonderful person. I have fond memories of he and Roy Higginsat the old bandhall behind the elementary school - they really made some beautiful music there - Leland on his sax, Roy on his trumpet. Wow! Leland was always a nice person with a friendldy smile. His brother John Ray and I grew up together in the same class. His Mother was a strong woman that raised great children. God Bless Leland and his family!
Kenneth Foster
February 21, 2012
Mr Clary was my high school history teaher at Freer High, 1963. He was one of those educators for whom an ex-student held in high regard for life. You knew he was dedicated to the success of his students. My condolences and prayers to and for his family.
Lucia Medlin Woods and Families
February 20, 2012
Rosa Lee and Family - I am so sorry to read of the passing of your husband. You are in our hearts and prayers now and always. -
James McKinney
February 20, 2012
Mr. Clary was my high school teacher, my mentor, my friend and as result, I am better educated and a much better person for having had that privilege. His mother, my 4th grade teacher, was cherished by several generations of elementary students in Freer; his sister, Martha was my dear friend & classmate throughout public school & college; I knew his sister, Arleigh, from MYF & church. He was loved and respected by all who were fortunate enough to fall under his influence, especially the Freer High School Class of '61. My most sincere condolences to all his family . . . may he Rest in Peace in the arms of the Lord and his loved ones forever.
Lee W. Pickett
February 19, 2012
Leland was a wonderful teacher, mentor, fisherman and friend, He was also a great bowling coach for me and other kids from Lee High School over several years. I had gone fishing with him, Rosa Lee and David several times as a teenager and they always accepted me as one of their own. I will always love Leland and cherish the many good memories that he helped me to have. Also Leland, thanks for teaching me the right way to tie fishing lures on my line for striped bass. I learned alot about fishing from you!!! You, Rosie and David sure have a special place in my heart forever.
GEORGIA ANN THOMASON
February 19, 2012
HE WAS A WONDERFUL UNCLE...I REMEMBERED HIM SINCE I WAS HIS FLOWER GIRL...HIS MOM WAS MY TEACHER ALSO..HIS SON DAVID AND I ARE VERY CLOSE COUSIN BECAUSE WE BOTH DEAF ...I DID HAVE VERY GOOD MEMORY OF UNCLE LELAND ...LOVE HIM DEARLY
Roxanne Norris Fricke
February 19, 2012
So very sorry for your loss. I am a friend from back in the Freer days. His mom was my 4th grade teacher and I knew the family from church also. Just wanted to send my condolences to all your family. I know he was a very special person.
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