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John R. Clissold
1931 - 2017
John R. Clissold
1931 - 2017
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John was born on February 16, 1931 in Joplin, MO and was the son of John William Clissold and Caroline Frinda Clissold. When John was 4 years old he and his family moved to Westfield, NJ where he graduated from Westfield High School. Upon his high school graduation John and his parents moved to Bronxville, NY. From 1952-1954 John was in the 7th Army MP stationed in Germany. He attended Nichols University in Dudley, MA and later earned at BA degree from New York University. John was a lifelong Episcopalian and attended St. John Episcopal Church in Charlotte, NC and Christ Church in Mt. Pleasant, SC.
John was introduced by a mutual friend to the former Bettye Jean Branch of Jackson, TN while both were living in New York City. They were married in 1956 and lived in New York for 2 years then relocated to Charlotte, NC where they lived for 28 years. John retired from American Optical in 1998 and he and Bettye moved to Mt. Pleasant, SC where they lived until 2013. At that time they moved to Southern Shores, NC.
John was predeceased by his loving wife Bettye Branch Clissold in 2014 and they were blessed to celebrate 58 years of marriage. He is survived by 2 sons; John Richardson Clissold, II and his wife, Gabrielle of Englishtown, NJ and Tod Branch Clissold of Manteo, NC and daughter in law, Susan Clissold of Southern Shores, NC. Also surviving is his brother George C. Clissold and wife, Claudia of Mt. Pleasant, SC. John has 4 grandchildren, Asher Clissold and Simon Clissold of Englishtown, NJ and George Clissold and Caroline Clissold of Southern Shores, NC.
The family would like to thank the nurses and staff of Spring Arbor in Kill Devil Hills for their superior care and assistance in the past 2 years.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, please make donations in John's memory to Dare Hospice, PO Box 669, Manteo, NC 27954.
Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.twifordfh.com.
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Wendy Hudak
March 2, 2017
On behalf of the Stevens' family, I want to express condolences to Tod, Johnny, and their families. We were fortunate enough to have you as neighbors in Charlotte for decades and as dear friends for over 50 years. Our parents raised their kids together, enjoying backyard camaraderie and many beach trips to Ocean Isle throughout those years. I'm sure Bettye, Carol, and now John are reunited in heaven while they await my dad Charlie to join them for eternity. My thoughts and prayers are with you guys during this very emotional time. With Love - Wendy (Stevens) Hudak.
March 2, 2017
May the God who supplies endurance and comfort sustain you in your time of need through prayer. Rom. 15
Joanne Walsh
March 1, 2017
Deeply saddened to hear of John's passing. We loved him & Bettye. He was the kindest, most loving and dearest person. I'm sure Bettye is happy to have him near and they will be a wonderful couple once again.
March 1, 2017
To the family and friends of Mr Clissold,I am very sorry for your loss at this time. God says "I will take hold of your right hand,I will not leave you " Ga
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Patricia Olson
March 1, 2017
My deepest condolences to John's family. May God comfort you all during your time of grief. James 5:28,29
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