Gordon Lee Clapp

Gordon Lee Clapp obituary, Litchfield, MI

Gordon Lee Clapp

Gordon Clapp Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home - Hillsdale on Oct. 1, 2025.
Gordon Lee Clapp, age 72, of Osseo, passed away Thursday, September 11, 2025, at his home. He was born August 16, 1953, in Hillsdale to Wilford and Marjorie (Harington) Clapp.
For many years, Gordon delivered newspapers in the Hillsdale community. He was a car enthusiast who enjoyed watching NASCAR and car shows, tinkering on cars, and attending car shows. Gordon also enjoyed watching mystery shows on tv.
Survivors include one daughter, Jeannie Macey of Hillsdale; two grandchildren, Tabitha Macey, and Dustin Estel; one sister, Carol Barnet; and one brother, Leonard (Kathy) Clapp.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
A benefit dinner for Gordon Clapp will be held at the Mosherville School House on Saturday, September 27, 2025, at 4:00 PM. A graveside service for Gordon Clapp will be held at a later date at Mosherville Cemetery. Arrangements have been entrusted to VanHorn-Eagle Funeral Home in Hillsdale.
Memorial contributions are suggested to Hospice of Hillsdale County.
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