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John Christopher Clearo

John Clearo Obituary

John Christopher Clearo, known to all of us as "Chris'', passed away unexpectedly at 48 years of age on September 4, 2004. He is the beloved son of Juliette C. Clearo of San Antonio and the late Col. John F. Clearo. He is survived by his wife, Jennie. Chris was born in Tewksbury, MA on September 19, 1955. He attended Lawrence Academy in Groton, MA; graduated with a ROTC scholarship from Catholic University in Washington, DC. He also served as a USAF Captain and was stationed in Turkey, Okinawa and in the U.S. Afterward, he owned a business in San Antonio. Chris will sincerely be missed by family and friends.

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Published by San Antonio Express-News on Oct. 10, 2004.

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