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Clinton Elting Obituary
Poughkeepsie - Clinton Leroy Elting Jr., 66, of Poughkeepsie, NY, passed away March 31, 2016, at Hudson Valley Rehabilitation and Nursing Facility, surrounded by his loved ones.
Clinton was born on October 30, 1948, in Poughkeepsie, NY, to the late Clinton Leroy Elting and Gloria Sprow. He was of the Christian faith and a drug counselor in Poughkeepsie for over 10 years counseling many people.
He is survived by his children; Anthony, Torano, Yakei, Pure, Sakrid, Aking, Turell, I-isreal, Glorious, Heavenly, Essence and Nessiah; 9 step children he held dearly to his heart; 40 grandchildren, brothers; Damon, Mark, Anthony, Troy and Jerome, sisters; Tarry, Cheryl, Shelly, Loretta and Lauren, and a host of nieces and nephews.
He is pre-deceased by his sons; Clinton Leroy Elting III and Mahdi Elting, sister; Karen (Bird) Thomas and stepson; Aaron Stubbs.
Visitation will be held at Beth-EL Church of God in Christ, 91 Hooker Ave., Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, Friday, April 8, 2016, 10-10:30am, with a funeral service beginning at 10:30am with Pastor Dwight Hunt officiating. Interment to follow in Wappinger's Rural Cemetery. Arrangements are entrusted to Joseph J. Darrow Sr. Funeral Home. 39 So. Hamilton St. Poughkeepsie, NY 12601. 845-452-1840. To send online condolences, visit www.darrowfuneralhome.org.
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Robert Wright
March 26, 2020
Clinton was a devoted and close friend. He is sorely missed. Yahweh's blessings always to the family...
Irene Lavenhouse (nicholas)
April 8, 2018
Rip, we all grew up together and were all very close !
Sleep well!
Until we meet again !
April 12, 2016
We the Nubian Directions' staff and friends of Bro Clinton extend our condolences. He was a blessing to us when he was employed with us. 1 Timothy 6:12 He "fought the good fight of faith, laid hold on eternal life, whereunto he was called and has professed a good profession before many witnesses." May he rest in peace.
Jennifer Davis
April 11, 2016
We were very sorry to hear of Clinton's passing, his memory will certainly live on, you are in our thoughts and prayers at this sorrowful time...
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Jennifer, Jan, Tracy, Annette, Jennifer, Christa, Susan and Dr. Koutcher
Diane Harris
April 9, 2016
S.I.P. my friend will never forget the kindness and respect you had for me and my daughter !!!
Rickey Patrice
April 8, 2016
Rest in Peace Cousin. You will be missed but never forgotten.
Condolences and thoughts are with the family
TINA JOHNSON
April 8, 2016
REST IN PEACE MY BROTHER
Andrea Allen
April 8, 2016
My Condolences to my family... He will be missed
Andrea Allen
Gerald Henry
April 8, 2016
Rest in Peace my brother. Thanks for the memories.
April 8, 2016
God bless you all in your time of sorrow, and may God comfort you all, like no one can. I(Jaylene) will miss seeing your face and talking to you when I come to PK. We all (Elting & McClinton family) shared many good memories growing up, which I will cherish forever. Rest in Peace Messiah. Love Always, Jaylene,Daryle,Robbin,Tammi
I- Queen
April 8, 2016
Gone & Never forgotten.... Great Messiah
Rest in Peace my brother.
Sheri Johnson
April 8, 2016
For his anger endureth but a moment; in his favour is life: weeping may endure for a night, but joy cometh in the morning. Sending condolences to the family and friends of Clinton.
Mary Stubbs
April 8, 2016
Rest in peace Great Messiah
Daron Wilks
April 7, 2016
Rest in peace great one in memories you live on peace.
Sandra Cropp
April 7, 2016
Remembering the good times shared in PK. R.I.P. old Friend. To Jr.'s family, may your loving memories comfort you.
Anthony Elting
April 7, 2016
Rest up unk bless
Renee Parker
April 6, 2016
My Deepest Sympathy and Prayer of Comfort and Strength to the Family and Friends. I will embrace the last time we laughed together when you were making your rounds at River Valley and ended up in my Dads room cause you heard someone say "Clinton" Rest In Peace My Brother
irene lavenhouse
April 6, 2016
May our Lord and savior bless your soul! May he bless your children and love ones . Remembering you fondly when we all hung out at Smith street center. Peace and prayers your friend
April 6, 2016
Peace.
April 6, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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