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Eric Clapper Obituary

Eric A. Clapper

ZANESVILLE: Eric A. Clapper, 52, of Zanesville, died at 9:45am on Monday, March 20, 2017 after a courageous battle with esophageal cancer. He was surrounded by loved ones at his home.

Eric was born August 20, 1964 in Zanesville, son of Mildred Coon Clapper and the late W. Myron Clapper. Eric was a member of Central Presbyterian Church since his youth. For over 30 years, Eric was a maintenance technician at AK Steel. He was a people-person who never met a stranger. When not at AK Steel, he could be found anywhere outdoors. He loved to garden, woodwork, and hunt with his son.

He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Peggy Raudabaugh Clapper, and his three children: Shane Clapper (Frazeysburg, Ohio), Dr. Jamie Clapper (Ypsilanti, Michigan), and Aaron Clapper (Chicago, Illinois). Eric is also survived by his sister Margaret (Robert) Parker (Circleville, Ohio); two brothers: Tim (Nancy) Clapper (Kensington, Ohio) and Jeff (Joan) Clapper; and one brother-in-law Blair Raudabugh (Celina, Ohio). Eric is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

A Cremation-With-Care has taken place. Friends and family may call from 2:00 - 4:00 and 6:00 - 8:00 P.M. on Friday, March 24, 2017 at the BOLIN-DIERKES FUNERAL HOME, 1271 BLUE AVENUE, ZANESVILLE where funeral services will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, March 25, 2017, at Central Presbyterian Church, 40 North Sixth Street, Zanesville, with Rev. Ray Morrison officiating. He will be laid to rest at Rose Hill Cemetery, Roseville.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Central Presbyterian Church, 40 North Sixth Street, Zanesville, OH 43701; PAWS of Muskingum County, P.O. Box 2364, Zanesville, OH 43702-2364; American Cancer Society 5555 Frantz Rd, Dublin, OH 43017; or a charity of your choice.

To send a note of condolence, please visit www.bolin-direkesfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Times Recorder from Mar. 21 to Mar. 24, 2017.

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Kevin Trout

March 27, 2017

Dear Clapper Family-
Very sorry for your loss.
Eric was one of my junior high, high school, & neighborhood friends... good guy.

Mike Campbell

March 24, 2017

RIP my friend

March 24, 2017

So sorry for your loss, may the family find comfort @ Issiah 25:8,AJ

March 22, 2017

Peggy, Mildred & Family
Eric was one of the happiest guys . May your memories put a smile on your face as he would want. May God give you comfort and peace at this difficult time.
With Sympathy,
Mona West (Dr. Dodson's)

Jim Michaels

March 22, 2017

Eric was always a great person. If anyone ever needed help he was there for them. His deep love for his family was amazing. My deepest sympathy to Peggy, Shane, Jamie,,Aaron, and his mother, Mildred. I will also miss him as we go forward but also know he is finally at peace.

Rosie Ford

March 21, 2017

I met Eric in 2012 when I started working as a guard for AK Steel. He was one of the most hilarious, caring people that I met right off the bat there. Every time I saw him he had a smile on his face, he could light up the room with his humor. I moved into another position and Eric still came to visit me, even if it was just to say hi, more recently it was to tease me about the "triplets" I was going to be having. It will not be the same not having him there. A light has truly went dim. I look forward to seeing your face again one day! Until we meet again! RIP Clapper❤

March 21, 2017

Our love and prayers to Peggy and family.
With sympathy to the family
Patrick Murphy and
Jonathan Mihoch

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