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for Clement Zambon
Dan & Ruth Filipek
August 29, 2007
We'll always remember Clem's great smile and positive attitude. He will always be remembered as one of the most generous "cowboys" we ever knew.
Jim Brown
August 26, 2007
My thoughts and prayers go out to the zambon family. Clem was not just the guy that ran the RCC store but over the years he became a family friend. I wae two years old when Clem put me in my first pair of boots ahd the pair I wear today were fitted by clem jr.. Clem hsd true love for people, I remember going to the store not to buy anything but jurst to see how Clem was doing. He will be missed but the Lord has welcomed Home a trueley wonderfull serveant. may G0d bless you all. Jim Brown
St. Joe Antiques Mall
August 24, 2007
Sorry to hear of your loss. Clem always brought a smile into the store. We will miss him.
Vikki Hamling
August 22, 2007
Our deepest condolences to all the Zambon family. As has been written many times he will be greatly missed and was a favorite person of not only mine but my husband's as well. There is definately an energy level drop to the whole world without his physical presence here. With great sadness in our hearts know that our prayers are with you at this trying time. Mark and Vikki
Brian D. Hoops
August 21, 2007
To the family of Clem:
I was first introduced to Clen in 1992 at a Black Hills ghost town course I was taking and Clem was there to tell the class about bottle hunting and the value of bottles and tokens and where to find them, I was very interested in all the history, and in 2003 whe I was the VP of the Black Hills Metal Detecting Club We had two very special guests, Steve Ellis And Clem I am honored to have known Clem such a man and Yes clem you will be missed. I am also glad that my daughter was able to have known him.
Ed Miedema
August 21, 2007
Marian, So sorry to see Clem go! I lost a dear, great, fun friend. Clem and I talked often about "it's later than you think", a motto he said is written in stone above the Pentagon in DC. He wondered how you would fair if he went first. His worry was abated when Lisa came to live with you. Clem also had a great concern for Clement. That anxiety was also relieved when Clement got married. I guess it is true "all things work together for good."
Clem's friend and always will be.
WENDY BOHN (GORTMAKER)
August 21, 2007
WHAT A DEAR AND CHARMING MAN THAT I HAD THE PRIVILEGE OF KNOWING. I THINK OF CLEM AS A WONDERFUL FRIEND WHO ALWAYS HAD WONDERFUL WORDS TO ALL THAT CAME IN CONTACT WITH HIM. MY SYMPATHY TO YOU ALL.
Starr Skaare
August 21, 2007
Clem will be missed by many, he was a friend to all he can in contact with and would make everyone feel as they were special and that takes a person such as Clem. We missed him greatly, the minute he would walk in the office there was an energy that had been lacking before. He made RCC a special place to shop and I missed him greatly when he retired. God Bless his family and friends in their time of sorrow. Many will miss the beloved Clem. Dr. Gerti Janss and Staff send their condolences to the family.
Owen Meadows
August 21, 2007
Just a customer from way back. Always hoped I would be waited on by Clem. Fun and interesting.
Shellie Ward (Gilbertson)
August 21, 2007
We were so sorry to hear about Clem. Whenever we saw him he was always very friendly, joking with everyone and always had a smile on his face. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Jeff, Shellie, Matt, and Kaitlin Ward (Del and Jean's niece)
Craig & Tammy Weide
August 20, 2007
Marian, Clement and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Tammy and I will miss Clem and his words of wisdom. We wish we could be there for the funeral.
Bill Hennessey
August 20, 2007
My Grandfather passed away in the 1950's and my family could'nt afford a suit to bury him in.Clem knew my Grandfather, liked him and when he heard that he was going to be buried without a suit Clem just said no way.Clem brought this suit to my Grandma and would'nt take no for a answer.My Grandfather was buried in that suit.If that does'nt speak volumes about a man,I don't know what would.
Thanks Clem,You won't ever be forgotten in our family.Besides where the heck am I going to get my tokens from now? Bill
Marilyn (Dennis) Shelton
August 20, 2007
I met Clem for the first time in 1964 at RCC. He came up to me and asked if he could help me. I was looking for a gift for my dad and I found exactly what I wanted - Clem didn't know my dad until a few months later. Everytime after that when I went to the store to buy something for dad - Clem knew exactly what to show me and in the styles and colors my dad liked. He has been and always will remain a very exciting personality in my great book of all the people I met in my life. He and my dad are both in the great beyond and I am sure sharing stories of the great lives they led here on earth. My deepest sympathies to Clem's family. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
JAMI GOSS (FERGUSON)
August 20, 2007
I think of Clem every time I shop at RCC. He will be so terribly missed. He was the same as a grandparent to me. Always a smile for everyone! My thoughts are with your family.
Anne Fickbohm
August 20, 2007
You're absolutely right about Clem's "infectious" personality. Clem would stop in our little Antique Store in Newell periodically looking for bottles or tokens. I always knew when Clem walked in because the energy level in the room picked up immediately. He was such a joy to visit with at the store and at auctions. Those were the customers I missed when we closed KD Antiques & Collectibles.
Beverly Messler
August 20, 2007
Memories to me of Clem....When Clem and my father used to go bottle digging together. I remember a trip to the black hills with my husband(Gary) and my parents. We camped in the hills and Clem came out in the rain searching for our campsite. He found us and knocked on the tent. We were all in bed because it was raining out. We couldn't believe he found us in the rain. What a guy. He was always so uplifting and we will miss him greatly. I know he has joined my father in heaven and they will again be digging bottles together. We are so so sorry Marion and family of your great loss. Love you Beverly & Gary Messler
Chuck and Angel Cressy
August 20, 2007
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our sincerest condolences to the Zambon family. Peace.
Donald Herrmann
August 20, 2007
1975 is when I first was introduced to Clem and he became a
good friend. Always a smile, a
hand shake and a nice greeting. A
very good man and community leader.
He will be missed
Jim Laws
August 20, 2007
What a wonderful man. I so enjoyed my conversations with Clem over at cup of coffee as he talked antique guns with Leo at his resturant and when I would visit Rapid City and stop by the store at the mall. Always a caring person. He lived life honorably.
jerry lowe
August 20, 2007
so sorry about clem my thoughts and prayers are with you all.he was one of the nicest guys i knew .
Osheim-Catron Funeral Home
August 19, 2007
Ozzie & Bev Osheim and staff offer our sincere
sympathy in the loss of your loved one.
Cynthia Burrell
August 19, 2007
To Clem's family, know that our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I wish we could be there with you on Tuesday. We have many wonderful memories from your visits to us and our visits to Rapid City. Maxine, Cindy, Paula, Greg, Carol, and Keith Burrell. All of our love your way!!!
Penny Moore (Buetow)
August 19, 2007
May God be with you, i'm so sorry to hear of your loss. Mr. Zambon was a very kind man, i'm glad i knew him. His daughter Julie and son Clem once were 2 of my very best friends, take care and God bless.
Penny
Jim Louks
August 19, 2007
Clem was a mentor to me from the time I first met him when I was 12 years old. He taught me the joy of a hobby that is lasting a lifetime. His passing is a shock, and my prayers are with the family.
Kathy Lee
August 19, 2007
Clem I am sure you will be able to find all the bottles you need in Heaven, thanks for helping me "shop" all those years, you were the best!
Bob and Mary Miller
August 19, 2007
Our Prayers go out to you and your Families.
May the Lord comfort you in this time of grief.
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