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Clarence Ford Obituary

Clarence passed away on July 5, 2019 in Gary, IN. He graduated from Roosevelt High School in 1963 and began a career with the Gary Steel Mill in 1964 and later joined the City of Gary Police Department in 1971. Clarence leaves behind to cherish his memories: four children, Michael Ford, Michelle (George) Hinton, Clarence P. Ford, and Lawan (Bianca) MacDonald; siblings Imer Jean Crocket, Robert Ford (Pamela), and host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. Viewing and service will be held Friday, July 19, 2019 at Manuel Memorial Funeral Home "Your Parlor of Peace" 421 W. 5th Avenue Gary, IN. Viewing 9:00AM-11:00AM with funeral immediately following at 11:00AM with Pastor Clarence J. Harris, Sr. Officiating. He will be laid to rest at Fern Oak Cemetery.

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Published by Post-Tribune on Jul. 14, 2019.

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Louise Moore

July 30, 2019

So sorry to hear of Clarence's death. We were in school together, Gary Roosevelt. My sincere condolences to the family.

July 18, 2019

Sorry to that you are no longer here with us you were a good friend and neighbor you will be missed #Ryan and Sis

Stephanie Hulett

July 18, 2019

Harriet and Mykeal,
We were sorry to hear of your loss. May your hearts be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times you had as you celebrate Clarence's life.

God's blessings, mercy and love to you and your family

Stephanie, Allester, and Keith

Eternal Affection Arrangement- BASKET INCLUDED

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Michelle Hinton

July 15, 2019

Love you daddy.

Norman and Willena Ginn

July 15, 2019

CONDOLENCES SENT TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY. GOD BLESS.

Ted Brown

July 15, 2019

My sincere prayers and condolences to the Ford family in the passing of Clarence Ford, former co-worker at the GPD,may he R.I.P.

Claudia G

July 15, 2019

My sympathy to the family of my former classmate and skating buddy.

JoAnn Gamble

July 15, 2019

Ford Family
I had the pleasure of working with Clarence at GPD. He was interesting and fun. May to take assurance he made his mark. Prayers to the family.

July 15, 2019

RIP my friend. Muriel Drago

Angela (Angie) Grant

July 14, 2019

Michelle, Michael & Clarence (Chip),

I am so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was like to a Dad to me as well. May God comfort you during this difficult time. My heart is heavy as I will miss his smile and always having a laugh after he said "hi" to me. You are like family to me and know you are in my prayers.

Love you all,
Angela Grant (Angie)

July 14, 2019

July 14, 2019

Dad & Lawan

July 14, 2019

PROPHETESS LOLA CATRON

July 14, 2019

Will miss you dearly Sonny Boy. Praying for the Ford family. The bible says to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Know that Yah Almighty will fill that empty void that you may be experiencing at this time.

Sharon D Jamison

July 14, 2019

Praying GOD's continued strength for You All Michelle [Classmate]

Ken Cross

July 14, 2019

Rest in peace Sonnyboy, you will be missed my brother.

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