James Sherwood Clawson
1939 - 2016
James Sherwood Clawson
1939 - 2016
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BORN
1939
DIED
2016
James Clawson Obituary
A memorial service will be conducted on Saturday, March 19, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Turner-Robertshaw Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. prior to the service. Inurnment will be conducted on Friday, April 15, 2016 at 2:00 p.m. at Quantico National Cemetery in Triangle, VA
Mr. Clawson was born on August 12, 1939 in Dixonville, PA a son of the late Walter and Nellie Bash Clawson. He was a financial analyst for the Government Printing Office. He enjoyed Trout fishing, baseball, and football. He was a member of Sacred Heart Catholic Church.
Mr. Clawson is survived by his wife, Sandra Clawson; his sons, Bryan Clawson (Jane) of Woodbridge, Scott Clawson (Lisa) of Corinth, TX, Mark Clawson (Heather) of Linden, and Kevin Clawson of Winchester; his sisters, Daisy Clawson, Patricia Guttenberg, and Norma Jean Petrini; and his grandchildren, Emily Friedman, Ashley Friedman, Alec Clawson, Jake Clawson, Caroline Clawson, and Brady James Clawson.
A reception will follow the Memorial Service at Bowling Green Country Club, North Ballroom, 838 Bowling Green Road, Front Royal, VA 22630
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Pamela Himmler
August 22, 2016
I just heard about Mr. C, he was such an amazing man and friend! I wish we would have been more in touch since our move. He will be truly missed.
Shenk's Rusco Window Co., Inc
April 8, 2016
Please accept our sincere sympathy to you Mark and your entire family.
Kim Moody
March 16, 2016
I am deeply saddened to hear about JC's passing. His smile and laugh will forever be etched in my memories and he will be greatly missed. My deepest sympathy to the entire Clawson family and those that had the privilege of knowing one of my favorite people.
Pat Santiago
March 14, 2016
I'm so sad about Joe's loss and the loss that Sandy, Brian, Mark, Scott, Kevin, spouses, and grandkids feel. Joe was the sweetest man to just be around. He was always friendly, loving, funny, and a little crazy which just made being with him a good time. I always remember how Eva was shy when she was little yet around Joe she would sit and talk with him and just liked being with him. I love this photo of him and will always remember him with a smile. God bless him and the family. Hugs and prayers
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March 14, 2016
Linda and I are deeply saddened to hear of Joe's passing. Always liked him, and have very fond memories of hunting rabbits on the farm wiht him. Joe taught me how to squeeze a tea bag without getting my fingers wet and I think of that often. I will miss him.
Kari Williams
March 14, 2016
As I learned of the passing of Joe my heart broke. He was such an amazing man who always had a smile on his face. I have so many memories of him from the earliest of my childhood into my adulthood. Those memories will forever be in my heart. I am an avid Redskins fan because of Joe Clawson. He loved his Skins!! He will surely be missed by many. My deepest sympathy to Sandy, Bryan, Scott, Mark and Kevin and all his extended family.
Hurlena Gates
March 14, 2016
I would like to express my sorrow and condolences to you and your family.It is terrible to hear of your loss,he will be missed.
Beth Williams
March 14, 2016
Our days on Elmwood Drive where the best living by Sandy and Joe. We will miss Joe dearly, he was the best friend to have. My deepest sympathy goes out to the Clawson family. Joe will never be forgotten.
March 13, 2016
You will be missed! We will always remember our trips (FL, the elevator, and parking tram at Universal; dinner train ride in the fall; water rafting on the Potomac; and cabbage and pepper picking in PA). Great times (card playing in Springfield, going to casinos and Los Vegas). With each changing season, and blooming flowers, we'll be thinking of you. Love you--Sis and Tony
Jane Clawson
March 12, 2016
We lost a kind and gentle soul this week. I am so blessed and grateful to have known and had JC in my life as a second father, a grandfather (pop pop) to all my children and as a true friend. I will miss you terribly JC, but I will carry you with me with me ievery spring day, on every opening day and in every sunset, as I know you will be there looking down giving us all a wink and a nod. Love you JC ❤ Jane Wayne-
Clyde Wheeler
March 12, 2016
Joe was truly a great friend and will never be forgotten. Our thoughts and prayers are with him. May God bless you and your family.
Nancy Parsons
March 12, 2016
To the family: I am so sorry for your loss. My heart hurts. Praying for entire family. He's in a better place.
To Joe: I'll never forget all those memories playing cards almost every weekend. You and Butch can't cheat up there lol. So when Sandy and I join you again it's got to be fair. Will miss you! I still carry this nickname you gave me!
Tippy Toes
Darlene & Jim Troisi, Jamie & Gabriella Rankin
March 12, 2016
Jim was a very fun loving guy who will be greatly missed. We love you.
Caroline with Sandy and JC
Lisa Clawson
March 12, 2016
Brademan
March 12, 2016
Thinking of the Clawson family with heartfelt sympathy for your loss. You are in our prayers and thoughts during this difficult time. Most Sincerely, Royce, LouEllen & Eleanor Gayle
Rob Neal
March 12, 2016
JC was a good man, family man, friend, and trout fisherman. May he be fishing in the big trout lake in Heaven. God's gain, is our loss. We will miss him here on earth. Until we meet again my friend and father figure.
Robert Suwolitch
March 12, 2016
I was deeply saddened to hear of Joe's passing. I have many fond memories from school, fishing at Little Mahoning and hunting Squirrels on the Clawson Farm , and playing Basketball and playing in the Hay in the old Barn.
Gracie, Leslie & Brian Bauman
March 12, 2016
My family sends deepest sympathy, prayers and love to the family and friends of James. Keeping you all in our thoughts.
Amy Darsie
March 12, 2016
It was a true pleasure to meet Jim and care for him during his time at Lynn Care. I'll always remember his smile.
God bless him, and his family.
Liz,Curtis & Alan Prince
March 11, 2016
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Nikki Fabrycki
March 11, 2016
We are so sorry to hear of Joe's passing, but Bill did tell us recently of his health problems & knew he was sure suffering. I have only good memories of Joe coming to visit & always laughing with us. I know Cork, Nora Jean, & certainly Louie were all waiting to welcome him home. We love our Gertie & Sandy & are saddened by all of the changes we have gone through these last few years. Miss you all terribly. Love always, your Footedale family.
Scott & JC at our wedding
Lisa Clawson
March 11, 2016
We were blessed to spend these last few days with JC and were able to say our good byes. So many families don't get that opportunity. He was such a wonderful man, father, and grandfather. I told JC that we will take care of his wife of 50 years - Sandbox, his beloved cat - Whitey, and that I would be eternally grateful to him for raising such a wonderful man - Scott, the love of my life. JC - we love you and will miss you!
Heather Clawson
March 11, 2016
We lost a loving husband, father, brother, and pop pop! He will forever be in our hearts and our memories. He was more a father to me than my own. I will always be grateful to him for stepping in and filling such an important role in my life and the lives of our kids. We love you and miss you JC!
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