Clara May Wetmore

Clara May Wetmore obituary, Carthage, NY

Clara May Wetmore

Upcoming Events

Nov

10

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

500 State Street, Carthage, NY 13619

Send Flowers

Nov

10

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Lundy Funeral Home Chapel

500 State Street, Carthage, NY 13619

Send Flowers

Only 4 days left for delivery to next service.

Clara Wetmore Obituary

Visit the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc. website to view the full obituary.

Natural Bridge - Clara May Wetmore, 81, passed away on November 4, 2025, while at home surrounded by her family.

A calling hour will be held on Monday, November 10, 2025, from 10:00 am to 11:00 am at the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., located at 500 State Street in Carthage, NY 13619. A memorial service will follow at 11:00 am in the Lundy Funeral Home Chapel with the Reverend Wayne Arnold officiating. A graveside service will follow at Hillside Cemetery in Natural Bridge. The family would like to invite everyone to gather at the Natural Bridge Fire Dept. Co., located at 27570 High St, Natural Bridge, NY 13665, following the services.

Clara was born on May 4, 1944, in Carthage, to the late Clarence and Margaret (Kempney) Bray. Clara married John Wetmore at St. Henry’s Catholic Church in Natural Bridge, and was a loving wife for over 60 years, and a devoted mother to their four girls, Darcie, Kathryn, Janet, and Nichole. Clara retired from Carthage Central School District in 2011 after 20 years of service. Clara’s warmth, strength, and unwavering love will be remembered fondly by all who had the privilege of knowing her.

She is survived by her beloved husband of over 60 years, John; her children, Darcie Wetmore and her partner Robert Beeman of West Carthage, Kathryn Guyette of Carthage, Janet (Edward) Fisher of Carthage, and Nichole Wetmore of Natural Bridge; a sister, Marie LaVancha of Harrisville; a brother-in-law, Brian (Cindy); seven grandchildren, Anthony Beeman, Trixie Wetmore, Marcus Beeman, Travis Wetmore, Tyler Markwick, Jacob Beeman, and Taylor Johnson; seven great-grandchildren, Garrett, Leah, Patrick, Joseph, Tommy, Maxwell, and Willow; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

She is predeceased by her brother Robert “Bob”; her parents, Clarence and Margaret; a son-in-law, Rodney Guyette; two grandchildren, Zachary and Jonathon; and one great-grandchild, Trevor.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Carthage Augustinian Academy, located at 317 West Street, Carthage, NY 13619.

Arrangements are with the Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc., located at 500 State Street, Carthage, NY 13619. Online condolences in her memory can be made to www.lundyfuneralhome.com

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Lundy Funeral Home & Cremation Service, Inc.

500 State St, Carthage, NY 13619

Make a Donation
in Clara Wetmore's name

How to support Clara's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor Clara Wetmore's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Upcoming Events

Nov

10

Visitation

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

500 State Street, Carthage, NY 13619

Send Flowers

Nov

10

Memorial service

11:00 a.m.

Lundy Funeral Home Chapel

500 State Street, Carthage, NY 13619

Send Flowers

Only 4 days left for delivery to next service.