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Ray Cluxton Obituary
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CLUXTON, Ray B. died suddenly on Monday, April 12, 2010. He was a loving man who enjoyed every moment of life and lived it with vitality and great energy until the very end. Always the optimist, Ray was a wonderful model of strength and integrity to all who knew him. Born on April 20, 1929 to Harry and Mildred (Eckstein) Cluxton, he was a lifelong resident of Miamisburg, Ohio where he was an active and respected member of the community. Ray served on the Miamisburg Board of Education for 16 years; was a member of the board of the Montgomery County Joint Vocational School and was a founder of the Miamisburg Schools Education Foundation. Joining the staff of Farmers and Merchants Bank in 1949, Ray worked his way to President and CEO in 1974 and further advanced to Chairman of the Board in 1982 until his retirement in 2002. He was also a member of the board of the Independent State Bank of Ohio. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his oldest brother, Leonard. Ray is survived by his wife, Shirley (Masters), to whom he was married for almost 60 years and was the father of four sons, Doug, Jeff (Vicki), Eric (Dana) and Roger (Peggy Kennedy). He had 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren, a sister, Rita Grump, a brother, Lewis (Charlotte) Cluxton and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service, in Ray's memory, will be held on Saturday, April 17, 2010 at 3:00 p.m. at the GEBHART-SCHMIDT-PARRAMORE FUNERAL HOME, MIAMISBURG. Mayor Dick Church will officiate. Following the service, the family will greet friends. The family's wishes are that memorial contributions, in Ray's memory, may be made to either the Miamisburg Schools Education Foundation, P.O. BOX 464, Miamisburg, Ohio, 45343 or the Young Survival Coalition, 61 Broadway, Suite 2235, New York, NY 10006, 1-877-972-1011 or www.youngsurvival.org
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Memories and Condolences
for Ray Cluxton
Mike & Judy Riley
April 21, 2010
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Ray was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Beth McClain
April 17, 2010
I've had the pleasure of cutting Ray's hair every month for 34 years. It was hard news to hear when I got a call about his passing. Shirley, Ray was our go-between for our messages. Now that that will stop please know I will still be thinking of you often-always. We were all so lucky to have him in our lives. He loved you & his family so very much. Eric & Roger, I am so sad for you. I'm sorry you lost your father. I will also be thinking of you both. Love to you all.
April 17, 2010
To the Cluxton Family--
I am so sorry to hear of Ray's passing. He was such a wonderful person. My entire family so appreciated his and Shirley's kindness to my grandparents, Paul and Edna Shafer. This is a huge loss for the Miamisburg community. Our prayers are with you.
Tracie Steffen Atkinson and Family--Springboro, Ohio
Cathy Griffith
April 17, 2010
Eric, Dana, & Family -
I am so sorry for your loss and my sincere and deepest sympathies go out to all of you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barb & Ron Coate
April 15, 2010
Dear Eric & Family,
We are saddened to hear of your loss. Eric, you are a living legacy of your father's success as a role model. With sincere sympathy...
richard Beals
April 15, 2010
Our sincere sympathy.
Dick & Jane Beals
Judy Roe
April 15, 2010
"Unable are the loved to die. For love is immortality." ~Emily Dickinson. Ray was a kind & caring person. I first met "Mr. Cluxton when he & Doug picked me up to go see "Hawaii", the movie. I remember we went to Neil's Heritage house for dinner. In 1973 "Mr. Cluxton" hired me to work at F&M bank. He was a fair & forward-thinking leader."When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure." ~Author Unknown Peace to all. Judy
Jean Walsh
April 15, 2010
Eric and Dana I am truly sorry for your loss,my prayers are with you during these trying times.
Sincerely,
Jean Walsh
Sue Barlett
April 15, 2010
With deepest sympathy to all of you. Ray was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed by all.
Al Butler
April 15, 2010
Prayers and heartfelt sympathy to Eric, Dana and the Cluxton family. - May the fond memories help to ease the pain of your loss.
Karmen and Tony Vradelis
April 15, 2010
Dear Shirley and the Cluxton Family,
We were deeply saddened to learn of Ray's unexpected and sudden death. He was an exceptional human being, great community contributor, successful businessman, beloved husband and father. He always had a willing smile and a warm hand shake for those he came in contact with. He will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Paul Williams
April 14, 2010
Dear Cluxton Family. While I did not know Ray, I know Doug and the great times our "Convocation" Group has when we meet for dinner. Apples don't fall far from the tree and I am sure Ray was someone special. I offer my prayers for you all and your sorrow.
April 14, 2010
Ray was a devoted leader in our community. He was the true " gentle man". Ray leaves with a lasting memory of his life among us. We deeply regret we are unable to extend our love and sympathy to the family in person.
Paul and Loueda Schultz
April 14, 2010
Doug, I am sorry to hear of the death of your Father. Please be assured of my prayerful sympathy. I hope the following prayer will be of some consolation to you, your Mother and the rest of the family.
"We seem to give him back to You, O God, who did give him to us. Yet as You did not lose him in giving, so we do not lose him by his return. Not as the world gives, do You give, O lover of souls. What you give, You do not take way, for what is Yours is ours also if we are Yours. And ife is eternal, and love is immortal, and death is only an horizon, and an horizon is nothing save the limit of our sight.
Lift us up, strong son of God, that we may see further, cleanse our eyes that we may see more cleraly; draw us closer to Yourself, that we may know ourselves to be nearer to our loved ones who are with You. And while You prepare a place for us, prepare us also for that happy place that where You are, we may be also forevermore. Amen."
Fondly,
Fr. Vinny
Pete Bardonaro
April 14, 2010
Cluxton Family:
I did not know your father, but I know Eric very well, and knowing how wonderful of a person Eric is, speaks volumes for what kind of man his father was. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Pete Bardonaro
Alison McArthur
April 14, 2010
My heart goes out to Shirley and her family. What a great loss. I have so many fond memories of picnics/parties that you both attended with Doug's friends and the gourmet group! Ray's sense of humor and interest in everything kept him young. Alison McArthur
Stephanie Bernauer
April 14, 2010
I am extremely saddened to hear of Ray's passing. My deepest condolences go out to Shirley and the entire Cluxton family. There is not a memory over the 24 years of my life that I have of F&M that does not include Ray...as a little girl going to work with my Mom, I would always be sure to stop in his office and say Hi! He was so kind to me and my family. Ray is an inspiration to work hard, follow what you believe in, and NEVER stop doing what you love. He will be greatly missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Peg/ Tom Mellett
April 14, 2010
Ray was a wonderful man. He made everyone feel special and welcome.
It was always a pleasure to interact with him. Peace be with his family.
John Dempsey
April 14, 2010
Ray was a great person and an outstanding member of the Miamisburg community. He always thought of family and community first. In addition, he was a great role model and mentor to many of us in the business community. He is sorely missed.
Dave & Dawn Frizzell
April 14, 2010
We have known Ray and Shirley since coming to Miamisburg. Sure do hate to hear of Ray's passing. Our best wishes to the entire family.
April 14, 2010
Eric & Family
Sorry to hear the passing of your dad. My prayers are with you all.
Debbie Kincer (Derringer)
Ron McKiddy
April 14, 2010
So sad to hear of Rays passing. Anyone who grew up in Miamisburg during the 60's until he retired, knew Ray. He was on so many committees and did so much for the citizens of Miamisburg. He was a good man, easy to talk with. Just a real down home Gentleman. Ray treated every person as family. He had a smile or joke for all. For his son's,His wife, My heart is heavy and I share your loss. I recall well the last time I saw Ray and Shirley, June of 09 at the Msbg Alumni Dinner Dance weekend. Ray never missed being on hand for it. My thoughts and prayers go to the family.
Terry & Mary Lou Blair
April 14, 2010
You will be Greatly missed.
You, Shirley and your family are in our prayers.
Your family is our family.
We miss you and will remember you forever.
Keith Johnson
April 14, 2010
I will always remember Ray's warm personality and his love of friends. Ray was always quick with a handshake and a warm smile. I will miss him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
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