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David Clinger Obituary

David Mansel Clinger passed away on August 13, 2016 at 83 yrs. A native of Lewisburg, Pa. and graduate of Washington and Lee University '55, He is survived by his wife, Alice Fowle Crossgrove Clinger; and was preceded in death by his first wife, Carlyle Phillips Brown Clinger; his brother, Malcolm Angstadt Clinger, Jr.; as well as his parents, Margaret Mansel and Malcolm Angstadt Clinger. He is survived by his brother, James Mansel Clinger (Suzy) and Malcolm's wife, Barbara. Dave was a wonderful father, grandfather and father figure to Dede Clinger Andrews (Hobie), Shelly Clinger Akers (Tim), Sarah Clinger Ruffin (Archer), David M. "Chad" Clinger, Jr., Linda Crossgrove Howle and David Crossgrove. A memorial service will be held 3:30 p.m. Saturday, August 20, at St. James's Episcopal Church with a reception to follow at The Commonwealth Club. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to St. James's Episcopal Church, 1205 W. Franklin St, Richmond, Va. 23220 or W&L, 204 W. Washington St., Lexington, Va. 24450.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Aug. 18, 2016.

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Yolanda Merrill

March 21, 2017

I was saddened to hear about Dave's death only last week. Dave, a graduate of Washington and Lee, where he learned the art of letterpress printing, was instrumental in getting W&L Library's Washington Hand Press restored. I have great memories of this time together.

Greg Galer

September 1, 2016

It was odd to randomly think to do a web search for Dave's name today and to find the sad news. We'd lost touch in recent years but he we became friends over type and ink as he taught this (then) young guy printing nearly 30 years ago. A fine and gentle soul whose laugh and crooked smile with that pipe in his mouth won't be forgotten. Thanks Dave. You'll be missed.

John and Suse Field

August 29, 2016

We are sad to hear of Dave's passing. He was a generous friend. We admired his skill and his passion for letter press printing. He will be missed.
Our condolences to Alice and his whole family for this deep loss.

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Commonwealth Club

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3:30 p.m.

St. James's Episcopal Church

1205 W. Franklin St, Richmond, VA

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Bennett Funeral Homes - Glen Allen

11020 W. Broad St., Glen Allen, VA 23060

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