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Deo Clure Obituary
Born: November 28, 1939 | Died: November 13, 2025
Deo "Dee" Clure, 85, a proud U.S. Air Force Veteran, passed away peacefully at Prisma Blount Memorial Hospital on November 13, 2025. He served the U.S. Government with dedication for 32 years.
Known for his sparkling blue eyes, warm smile, quick wit, and remarkable ability to build anything, Dee devoted his life to helping others. His generous and selfless spirit showed in his volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity and the Patch Ministry. He loved working on cars, building furniture and structures for family and friends, and being a fiercely loyal friend. Above all, his love for his wife and daughters was deep, unwavering, and true.
Dee is survived by his devoted wife, Connie H. Clure; daughter Wendi Clure Fulton (Frank); brother Kenneth Clure (Jean); and sister Barbara Charlton.
He was preceded in death by his beloved daughter Dena Clure; his parents Una Mae and George Clure; and siblings Shirley Rhyne, Maxie Terrel, Lynn Clure, Tom Morris, Reba Slaughter, and George Floyd Clure, Jr.
A Celebration of Life service will be held December 6, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. at Smith Trinity Chapel.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Habitat for Humanity of Blount County, Tunnel to Towers, or to a cause of your choice that reflects Dee's lifelong selflessness and dedication to serving others. Condolences may be shared at Smith Funeral and Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com.
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