Mr. Richard John Clapp

Mr. Richard John Clapp obituary, Dallas, GA

Mr. Richard John Clapp

Richard Clapp Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Benson Funeral Home - Dallas on Jan. 17, 2026.
Mr. Richard John Clapp, age 79, of Dallas, Georgia passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026 at Wellstar Tranquility Hospice in Austell, Georgia.

He was born on July 25, 1946 in Darby, Pennsylvania to Mr. Everett Clapp and Mrs. Genevieve Grech Clapp. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army. He worked as a manager of different construction companies through the years.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Stella Holding Clapp; brother, Robert Clapp.

Richard is survived by his children, Michael Clapp, Jeffrey Clappp, and Jennifer Schubert (Robert); grandchildren, Jonathan Clapp and Gregory Buck; other extended family and friends.

Mr. Clapp's wishes are to be cremated. A graveside service will be at Preston Military Cemetery in Preston, Minnesota at a future date.

Donations may be made to Myositis Association. https://www.myositis.org/donate/

Benson Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of Mr. Richard John Clapp.

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