Clarence Vaughn Jr.

Family-Placed Death Notice

JUDGE CLARENCE R. VAUGHN JR. Judge Clarence Roland Vaughn, Jr. died at his home in Conyers, on Monday, March 26, 2007. Judge Vaughn was a lifelong resident of Rockdale County. He attended the public schools of Rockdale County, graduating from Conyers High School.In June 1942, after graduating from North Georgia College he married the late Doris Henson Vaughn. He entered the armed forces as a second lieutenant and was promoted to the rank of Captain. He served four years during World War II; including 26 months overseas in the European Theater, 6th Calvary; third Army under the command of General George Patton. He received the bronze star for meritorious service. Upon his return, he graduated from the University of Georgia Law School, passed the State Bar and began practice with his father, Clarence R. Vaughn, Sr. He served in the GA General Assembly beginning as State Senator for one term in1959. In 1960, he was elected to the House of Representative and served for 22 years. During his terms as Representative, he was Floor Leader for the Governor, and served as Majority Leader of the Georgia House of Representatives from 1974-1982. Judge Vaughn was elected the first Superior Court Judge of the newly formed Rockdale Judicial Circuit and began service on January 1, 1982. He served the circuit as Chief Judge. Judge Vaughn was a lifelong member of the Conyers First United Methodist Church, where he served on the Board and as Superintendent of Sunday School for 18 years. He was Chairman of Trustees for Salem Camp Ground. He was a trustee and chairman of the Vaughn-Jordon Foundation, a member of the Rotary Club, VFW, American Legion, and a 32nd degree Mason. He will be remembered for his generous gifts to the community, including the Conyers Rockdale Council for the Arts, The Rockdale County Historical Society, and the Rockdale Medical Center.In addition to his love of his family, law, and community, Judge Vaughn was known for his love of flowers, particularly the orchids he nurtured in his greenhouses. He is survived by sons, Alvin H. Vaughn, C. Roland Vaughn, III; daughters-in-law, Paula Vaughn and Susan Vaughn, III; niece, Harriet R. Powell, and devoted friend, Barbara Englehardt. Other survivors include grandchildren, Alvin and his wife Robin, Julia, Rebekah, Michael, and Clare Vaughn; great-grandchildren, Keagan Stone, Jackson Vaughn, and Jake Vaughn. A memorial service will be held Wednesday, March 28, 2007 at Conyers First United Methodist Church at 11 a.m. with Rev. Larry Rary officiating. The family will receive friends Tuesday from 5 to 7 p.m. at Judge Vaughn's residence, 2150 Miller Chapel Road, Conyers GA 30094. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Salem Camp Ground, 3940 Salem Road, Covington, GA 30016 or Conyers First United Methodist, 921 Main Street, Conyers, GA 30012. Condolences may be submitted on-line at www.scotward.com. Scot Ward Funeral Services - Harry White Chapel, Conyers, 770-483-7216.