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Rip Bo you truly will be missed
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Latrice Watts
August 01, 2025 | Gary, IN | Friend
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Clarence "Bo" Drones
Jun 17, 1947 - Jul 20, 2025
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I met Mr. C (as I called him) when I started working at the Linden House of Gary. To the family and friends, my deepest condolences go out to you. I thank you, Mr. C, for being so sweet and nice to me. Mr. C, rest up because your job is completed. You will dearly be missed. Rest up, my angel, until we meet again. Lucretia Hethington
Social Service Coordinator
Linden House of Gary
Lucretia Hethington
July 31, 2025 | Chicago, IL | Friend
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Bo was my neighbor at the Linden House Of Gary, he truly will be missed my condolences to his family, Mary Woodard
Mary Woodard
July 31, 2025 | Gary, IN | Friend
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CONDOLENCES TO MY DEAR FRIENDS CAMILLE AND PAULA BRITTON!. CONDOLENCES TO MRS. VIRGINIA GANT AND DENISE RIMMER. CONDOLENCES TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY AND THE FRIENDS THAT LOVED MR. CLARENCE “UNCLE BO BO” DRONES. I ONLY MET A FEW TIMES WITH MY BEST FRIEND CAMILLE, EACH TIME HE WAS FUNNY, HAPPY AND PUT A SMILE ON MY FACE!! THAT IT A HARD THING TO DO! REST IN PEACE, KIND MAN!
WANDA WILSON
July 30, 2025 | GARY, IN | Acquaintance
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My condolences and prayers to his family
Ted Brown
July 30, 2025 | Gary, IN
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Obituary
Clarence's Obituary
Clarence Drones, lovingly known to all as "Bo", passed away peacefully on July 20, 2025, at the age of 78. Bo was the cherished son of the late Virginia Coleman and Clarence Drones Sr.
Bo spent the majority if his life in Gary, Indiana, where he was known for his big heart, quick wit, and unforgettable laugh. He enjoyed watching TV. sharing jokes, being with friends and family, and spending time at his favorite neighborhood Hangout, Mr. Lucky's Liquor Store. He especially loved playing cards and was always ready for a game of Spades or Bid Whist.
Bo is survived by his daughters: Christal Drones and Nichelle Drones; his sisters: Virginia Gant, Denise Rimmer, Bessie & Jessie Magee, his grandchildren; Chamika and Brandon Porter; nieces, nephews, and many other loving family members and friends
He is reunited in rest with his siblings: Carolyn McKinney, Milton Coleman, John Perkins, Shiriene Gibson, and Arthur Drones.
Bo's legacy of laughter, love, and friendship will forever live on in the hearts of all who knew him. He will be deeply missed and fondly remembered.
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