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1930
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2025
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Henry Clauser Obituary
Born Jan. 6, 1930, in Butler, he was a son of the late Eugenio and Amelia "Mae" Righi Clauser.
Hank was a member of All Saints Parish, St. Paul Roman Catholic Church.
He was a veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps.
He was the former chief of the City of Butler Police Department. He retired July 1, 1985, with 28 years' service.
Hank enjoyed sweets and coffee, storytelling and golf; and he especially loved eating at Ponderosa Steakhouse and meeting his old friends, "The Southside Boys," every Friday at Mac's Route 8 Cafe.
He is survived by one son, Eugene Clauser, of Butler; one sister, Mary Ann Kohler, of Fairfield, Calif.; and a number of nieces and nephews.
In addition to his parents, Hank was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Anne M. DiFoggi Clauser, whom he married June 20, 1955, and who passed away May 13, 2015; one brother, Bruno Clauser; and one sister, Lenora Schreffler.
CLAUSER - There was no visitation, and funeral services were private for Henry E. "Hank" Clauser, who died Wednesday, Feb. 26, 2025.
Arrangements were entrusted to the care of MARTIN FUNERAL HOME, 429 Center Ave., Butler.
For more information, please visit www.martinfh.net.
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Timothy James McCracken
March 28, 2025
Eugene, was extremely saddened to hear of Mr Clauser passing. What a great man. Former Marine, State police officer.These are the folks who made Butler a good place to live. Be well Eugene. Timothy James McCracken.
Kathy Kocher
March 12, 2025
May God bless you at this time. My dad also served with your dad. I was younger then but remember those guys fondly!
TOM Drechsler
March 9, 2025
Good friend and played golf with him and taken him to breakfast. I will miss him.
Jack McGrogan
March 1, 2025
Hi Eugene. Your dad was a great man and it was wonderful how he kept us in line up on the Hill. I´ll always remember your place just up the road from Tony´s barbershop. I hope you´re doing well and rest in peace to your dad.
Mike Cannon
February 28, 2025
On behalf of my father, Pat Cannon, I extend condolences to Henry's family.
Steve and Johanna Gingo Pond
February 28, 2025
Eugene, your Dad was such a gentle soul, loved by many. He is now reunited with your Mom in God's heavenly kingdom. RIP, Hank.
Jeffery McAnallen
February 28, 2025
Hi Eugene. I´m so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a special person. He sure tried to keep the two of us in line. I remember spending a lot of time at your house in 8th grade.
Chelsey and Ron Blum
February 28, 2025
Eugene, I am so sorry about your dad, but he lived a full life and was loved by everyone. He went out of his way to help so many people. Your mom and dad are now together in God's heavenly kingdom.
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