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Clarence O. "Clary" Novak

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Clarence Novak Obituary

Age 89 ~ Of Mpls. Formerly of Shoreview Passed away Nov. 8, 2011. Clary was founder and president of Hillcrest Electric, former president of NECA, and a WWII Veteran Army Air Corps 859th Bomber Squadron/OSS Carpet Bagger. Preceded in death by wife, Betty; parents; and brothers, John and Ed. Survived by children Jack (Karen), Jim (Kris), Cheri (Jim) Dougherty, Mary (Craig) Schuster; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Bob (Pat); sister, Rose; sister-in-law, Darlene; nieces, nephews and many friends. Interment St. John the Baptist Catholic Church Cemetery, New Brighton. Memorial Mass Thursday 11AM, Epiphany Catholic Church, 111th & Hanson Blvd., Coon Rapids. Visitation 1 hour prior to Mass at church and Wednesday, 5-8 PM at Washburn-McReavy Coon Rapids Chapel 763-767-1000 1827 Coon Rapids Blvd.


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Published by Pioneer Press on Nov. 13, 2011.

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Jim Novak son

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Jim Novak son

November 7, 2021

I know now you were my "wingman" all the days of our lives together. I love and miss you, dad. I know you're enjoying God's rest. It must be beautiful. Especially if they have all the banana cream pie you can eat.

Mike Perrault

November 27, 2011

Jim, Jack and the Clarence Novak family,
My deepest condolences on the passing of your father. Reflecting on my knowing you and Jack, truly acknowledge Clarence's blessing as a father and patriot...I too thank him for his great service to our country in time of peril.
May he rest in peace in God's eternal grace.

Dick Gibeau

November 17, 2011

You'll now be with you beloved Bet. Say hi to my Mom and Dad. Dick Gibeau & Family.

Dad is second from left in front row

Jim Novak

November 16, 2011

Dad...We all love you and miss you and mom so much but we know you're together in a better place and are happy...And again, Thank you for you service.

Jean M.

November 15, 2011

Jim,

I've so enjoyed hearing of your dad's wonderful service to this country in WWII. Thanks to you, I know what the "Carpetbaggers" are! You are indeed celebrating a life well-lived.

Cheryl Bulen

November 15, 2011

Cheri,

Sorry to hear about the loss of your father. I am unable to come tomorrow. My thoughts and prayers will be with you.

November 15, 2011

Our sympathy on the loss of a fine man! Clary was my boss and mentor in the 1960's. Fond memories of a Thanksgiving basket and Christmas party on Tiller Lane. George (and Barb) Carley

Mary Jansa (Kordosky)

November 14, 2011

Jack, Jim, Cheri & Mary,
I was so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. Clary will always hold a special place in my heart, he saved my life...literally. I had fallen off the dock into Balsam Lake & he was the one who jumped in to pull me out. At this time, I hope you recall your own fond memories of your Dad & hold them close to your heart as I do. My thoughts & prayers are with you all ~

K. Petersen

November 14, 2011

Sorry to hear of the loss of Your Father.However He is not lost,
He is in The Heavens,
And You now have another Guardian Angel

Karynn Petersem

November 14, 2011

Cheri-May God Bless You and Your Family in this time of Sorrow.

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