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Clarence A. "Andy" Waller

Clarence Waller Obituary

Clarence A. 'Andy', passed away in peace Feb. 25, 2002, after a long illness. He was born Sept. 16, 1947, and grew up in Friendship, OK. He honorably served in the Army, proudly seeing tours of duty stateside, in Germany, and Vietnam. After completing his service, he worked as a long haul truck driver until he was paralyzed in an industrial accident in 1980. This did not dampen his spirit, and within a short time, he considered using a wheelchair to be a minor inconvenience. He always managed to find a way to do whatever he wanted, loving life and his family with a passion. He became a deputy court clerk for Oklahoma County after his injury, taking a medical retirement in 1997. Survivors include his beloved wife, Stephanie; sons, Clarence A., II and John Henry Waller; daughters, Frances Burris, Andrea Hawkins and Shelby Waller; 5 grandchildren, 3 sisters, and a brother, and special stepchildren, Sherri Fagan, and Jimmy Bentley, who has also been a best friend to him. Predeceased by his parents, Lessie and Henry J. Waller, sister, Katherine, and a special little grandson, Phoenix Rich. The family would like to thank Drs. Timothy Grode, Joe Zuerker, and John Harkess, the staff of Edmond Medical Center and Mercy Home Health, for all of their loving care during these difficult months. Services will be held 2:00 p.m., Thurs., Feb. 28, 2002, at Baggerley Edmond Funeral Home, 930 South Broadway, Edmond, OK, followed by military graveside services at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. We love you, Sweetheart. Remember what you have always said: 'There are no wheelchairs in Heaven.' Baggerley Funeral Home 930 S. Broadway, Edmond

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Published by Oklahoman on Feb. 27, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
for Clarence Waller

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28 Entries

Stephanie

September 16, 2006

Happy Birthday A.B....

I still think of you every single day, and I remember your dignity and your great love for us. Thank you for passing your strength on to me. I couldn't have made it this far without you! I will love you forever.

222-2222's, and sunshine to you until I see you again.

Love always,

B.B.

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Darrell,Heather,Shelby,Kyle,Alexzandria Perone

April 18, 2006

Thank You Dad, for everything. We love and miss you very much.See you in the next one.Love Always

Christopher O'Connor

July 2, 2003

We all miss you very much Andy.
Love Chris

George & Lisa Kennedy

June 22, 2002

For Stephanie & Gang I met Andy on line a few years ago. I saw his screen name and Emailed back "is the corn still as high as a elephants eye?' He came back that they could have elephants anymore but the wind still blows down the plain I knew that I had found a friend. Wildman I miss our chats. May God watch over you. Thank you for being a kindred mate. Look forward to chattin with the wildlady and the gang. If you ever need to talk, just call or EMail old graywolf or lady wolf. Love to you all. Think of you all often.

Kelly Waller

April 10, 2002

Stephanie, Shelby, and John,

Your are always in our thoughts and prayers. We love you guys.

Bear, Kelly, and Mykayla

Pam Ferguson

March 27, 2002

What an awesome experience watching this family come together, grow together and live every day. It is rare to see such love and devotion through good times and especially the tough times! Your family inspires me. Your strength is awesome. Please allow us to share a little with your from time to time. Call...eat pizza...eat salad...play Nintendo!

Love always...Pam and family

Floyd &April Nall

March 25, 2002

You and your family have our deepest sympathy for your loss. God Bless.

Brenda Rice (Dorton)

March 22, 2002

Clarence,

I will always remember your witty humor, and the life-keeping lessons you and Momma Billie tried to teach us hard-headed teenagers. Those were some great times. I will look you up when I get to Heaven, but please whatever you do if they have potato hotdog casserole in Heaven eat mine before I get there. Love ya, Brenda

Carla Johnson

March 18, 2002

Dearest Stephanie and children,

I send my deepest sympathy and many prayers during your time of unsolable grief. I only met Andy once, but it was clear how special he was and how happy he made you. I know we will all go on with our lives and your's will never be the same "normal" as before. I know God is your strenghth and he will help you achieve that new normal. I miss you Steph and wish I could be there for you in person. Just remember that I'm with you there in spirit and if you want to get away by yourself just call me. Take care and God bless you and the children.

Carla

Kathy Dowdle

March 18, 2002

Hey Andy!

I never would have made it through nursing school, I I hadn't had somebody I could trust to Look after Lesley for me. That was you. And I didn't even have to ask, you just stepped up to the plate, and offered. There aren't too many people who would have done that. I know you will get this email, and know how much I miss you.

PS Are you saving me that seat?!

Art Perone

March 13, 2002

Over the past twenty seven years that I have known Andy he has always been a friend to me, and the way it stands today, has been a true friend. Indeed, he has always been able to cheer me up, and I hope that on occasion I have done the same for him. I know he is in a better place, free from all the earthly ties that we can only imagine~farewell my friend, you have enriched my life with your friendship and I only hope I have done the same for you! I will miss you and think of you often, and remember times gone by.

David Philpott

March 12, 2002

I knew you as Clarence. You were a friend and confidant to me even in times when I thought no one else would be. I will never forget the life lessons you taught me, such as work hard and always have fun. God speed. I will see you again some day.

Jeanie Casey

March 11, 2002

Andy and I go way back! I was his ride home from Edmond Hopsital when he "first" went to live with Stephanie! She was my best friend, and I was his ride, heading off....into a new life! A life that almost ended the night I drove him home! And if Andy were alive today, he would tell you what a harrowing ride it was! And he would say it with a smile! :-) It was a dark, dark night! (In my defense) And after getting Andy into my great big "ancient" Ford Elite, I loaded his wheelchair into the trunk...and off we went! Speeding off into the night, a very "DARK" night....we crashed right up over the median, and then back down off of it again! He said not a word, just sat there straight faced and white knuckled! I just laughed and laughed! He must of thought I was nuts! I was! Edmond Memorial should have thought better...before they put that median right there in front of the hospital like that! Well Andy was never happier that when I finally got him to Stephanies! White knuckled and sporting a splitting headache...he had made it! And that was 17 years ago! We have talked about "The Night We Met" several times since, and it always brought a smile to Andy's face, and mine! "I guess I was forgiven! I even took the pictures at their wedding!" Andy was a quiet man, even on that "momentous night", hahaha...a man of few words! (Lucky for me!) He was very special, and will be missed by so many! "I'll see you on the other side Andy!"

Jean Abrahamson

March 10, 2002

Stephanie-

My sincere sympathy.

Rozelle DeIorio

March 8, 2002

My "Black-eyed Pea," son-brother--how I loved you! I know you are racing down those golden streets! We'll watch for messages from you. Stephanie, you are a fine, strong lady, and I appreciate your love and care. I'll continue to pray for you and your children each day, and our Lord will give you peace. He tells us He will be a husband to the widow, and a Father to her children. My love to you, Rozelle

Lesley, Billy & Logan O'Connor/Suchla

March 6, 2002

Andy,

Thank you for everything you have ever done for me, you were just like a dad for me. You will surely be missed by all. I love you.

Love, Lesley

Lesley, Billy & Logan O'Connor/Suchla

March 6, 2002

Andy, Thank you for all you have ever done for me. You will surely be missed by all. I Love you!

sherri fagan

March 6, 2002

Dad,I love you and will miss you so much. You wanted us and made us feel so special when nobody else did. I admired his courage and respected his strength.

I will always have fond memories and remember his unique humor. See you in heaven daddy, keep watch over us and we'll dance one more time when I get there.

Stephanie

March 6, 2002

Sweet Andy Bean,

I couldn't bring myself to sign this until today. I will love you with every breath of my life. Hey, you are now the ugliest angel in heaven! (I know, I am uglier than you as you would say.)Love forever, B.B.

Andrea Hawkins

March 5, 2002

Stephanie, Shelby,& John,

I beleive that Dad is watching over all of us now. He is having a good time chasing Phoenix and drinking coffee with his Mom and Dad. Everything is going to be all right. Call if you ever need me. I'll be there as soon as I can. Love always, Andrea

Margaret Rogez

March 4, 2002

Dear Waller Family, i love you all so very much. I'm going to miss the guy who gave me the title "Methuselah's Mother" and will wear my dogtag inscribed as such with great pride. Sleep gently sweet, dear Andy. Love, Mom R.

Diane Baldwin

March 3, 2002

Stephanie, God bless you and your family in this time of distress and yet peace. You and your family remain in my thoughts and prayers. Remember that joy cometh in the morning. Peace and love, Diane

Jim Bentley

March 3, 2002

Gonna miss you old timer, I reckon i'll see you sooner or later. I can't wait till that time. I'm sure you'll understand that I have to. Love you,

Jimmy

Shelby and John Waller

March 2, 2002

Dear Daddy, we miss you. Love Shelby and John Henry

Leann Campbell

March 2, 2002

Stephanie, I am sorry to hear about Andy. I did not know. I will say a special prayer for you tonight. Take care, Leann

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