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Leonard Claypool Obituary
MANSFIELD: Leonard B. Claypool, 95, of Mansfield, passed away on Thursday, November 3, 2016.
Leonard was born on October 16, 1921, in Palmer, WV, to Jessie W. and Delcie (Morrison) Claypool. He proudly served his country in the U.S. Army during WWII. Leonard was a member of First English Lutheran Church and was employed with Westinghouse, retiring after 40 years. He enjoyed tinkering on cars and especially enjoyed antique cars. He loved to drive his grandchildren around on his mower and he enjoyed country music. He married Betty (Hassinger) Claypool on March 6, 1949, and upon their retirement, they traveled all over the country, and many places out of the country.
He is survived by his loving wife, Betty; three daughters, Sharon Nevius of Lexington, and Susan Fife and Rebecca (John) Roe both of Mansfield; seven grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandson; and nieces and nephews.
Leonard was preceded in death by his parents and siblings.
Calling hours will be from 12:00 to 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 8, 2016, at First English Lutheran Church, 53 Park Avenue West, Mansfield. Funeral services will follow at 1:00 p.m. at the church with Pastor Andrew Jones officiating. Burial will be at Oak Grove Memorial Park, Lexington, with full military honors performed by the Richland Co. Joint Veterans Burial Detail.
Werner-Gompf Funeral Services, ltd. is assisting the family with the funeral arrangements.
Online condolences may be made at www.wernergompf.com
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Nikki Buckler
November 7, 2016
Rest in Heaven Grandpa... We all love you...Nikki, Tyler and Eric...
Becki Roe
November 5, 2016
Forever in my heart I Love You Dad..
Angie Schwab
November 4, 2016
Grandpa I love you and miss you a lot! I hope you are with everyone up in heaven smiling down at us. Michael & Justin love you and miss you so much, you helped me raise them to be amazing men!
Thank You for being there for us. We will miss you and you will always be in our hearts! Xoxo
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