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Richard Clayborne Obituary
Richard Lee
Clayborne, Sr.
Springfield - Richard Lee Clayborne, Sr., 69 of Springfield died Monday, January 31, 2011 at Memorial Medical Center, Springfield. He was born August 25, 1941 in St. Louis, MO, son of Oscar and Goldie Clayborne. He married Ruby M. Farris, June 10, 1967. He was proceeded in death by his son George Williams, and sister in law, Roslyn Clayborne.
He is survived by his wife Ruby Clayborne, parents, Oscar and Goldie Clayborne, two daughters, Robin Clayborne of Springfield, IL, Mary Ann Ewing of Beloit, WI, one son, Richard L. Clayborne II of Springfield, three sisters Janet Glass (Tom) of St. Louis, MO, Rose Trent of Flint, MI, Elaine Gaworski of Peoria, IL, two brothers Alfred Clayborne, Sr. of Owasso, OK, and Ronald Jackson of Springfield, IL. 13 grandchildren, 12 great grandchildren. Several nieces, nephews and cousins.
Richard was a graduate of Feitshans high school. He was owner and operator of Reliable Garbage Service. He loved to fish and watch sports.
Visitation will be Thursday, Feb. 10, 2011, 10am-12pm, funeral services at 12pm at James D. Memorial Chapel with
Pastor Dennis E. Hawthorne officiating. Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery.
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Memories and Condolences
for Richard Clayborne
N. Keith Chambers
February 24, 2011
I have had a difficult time grasping the right words to express, at this time, given the recent loss of my Dad and the impact that Mr. Rich has had in my life as a result of his close friendship to my father, Nick Chambers. It is hard to beleive those two, wonderful men, are no longer part of this world in the physical. My prayers and heart goes out to Mrs. Ruby and the family. Mr. Rich was family, a teacher, a friend, someone who always provided encouragement and common sense advice. When he spoke, I listened. My family and I have been eternally blessed to have had Mr. Rich in our life's. He was a wonderful man and a great example of what "goodness" looks like.
Elder, Isaac V. Cropp Jr.
February 12, 2011
My Dear Family,
I pray the Comfort, Compassion, and Grace of God and our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ will bless our family in the passing of cousin Rich. I have so many fond memories of growing up with Rich, he was in my way of thinking my first big brother...he would often joke with Ronnie and I about being young men, trying to teach us about the birds and the bees as they use to say back then. He model the image of being a faithful supporting family member, when things were tough Rich would always show up to make sure we had water, transportation and coal. He never boast or bragged about his work, he was just there to help his Aunt Catherine and her children.
After I married and later moved to South Carolina,Rich for years would send hugh boxes of things to my children..he just loved helping others when he was in good health.
A few weeks ago in our last converstaion we talked about Uncle Oscar being sick and he said venson you know none of us are going to leave here until God gets ready for us to leave...man does not really know when that will be. I did not know that that would be our last conversation.
I say to Aunt Goldie, Sister Ruby, his children and grands, sisters and brothers, and my entire family "May God strengthen and bless our lives in our sorrow.
I regret that my health and other circumstances did not allow me to be at cousin Rich Life Celebration Service, family please know that I along with my wife Rose and children are truly sorrowful in the passing of cousin Rich and Uncle Oscar.
THANKS RICHARD FOR NOT JUST BEING MY COUSIN BUT FOR BEING A TRUE AND WONDERFUL FRIEND IN LIFES GOOD AND IN LIFES BAD TIMES ! 17th Street and so many things have changed down through the years but our family ties has remain strong...may the coming generations gleam something from our strength of unity and love for one another.
Elizabeth Boles
February 10, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
May the peace which comes from loving memories comfort you now and in the days to come.
Tiffanie Hopkins
February 10, 2011
Family,
Thinking and praying for you during this diffcult time.
Love you!
Tiffanie Wilson- Hopkins and Family
Elizabeth Jones
February 10, 2011
Aunt Ruby, Richard & Robin,
My heart saddens when I think of the sorrow and pain I know you are going through. However, the faith I know each of you have in God will carry you through this time.
Uncle Rich is truly missed already! Please know that my heart, prayers and spirit are with you. May God continue to bless and cover you.
I love you all!
Your Niece and Cousin -
Michael Young
February 10, 2011
My deepest sympathy is extended to the Clayborne Family in the passing of your loved one.
May your precious memories be of comfort and joy.
February 9, 2011
Our prayers go out to the Clayborne family. Remember that you are not alone; The Lord will always be there to carry you through in your time of need. We love You.
Marci and Tyrone
February 9, 2011
Our Prayers go out to Clayborne family. Remember that you are not alone; the Lord is always with you to carry you through your time of need.
Natalie Chambers-Farmer & Daughters
February 9, 2011
Ms Ruby, Robin & Rich,
I am SO Sorry for your (OUR) Loss! There are truly NO words to say - but there is a GOD who WILL comfort you during this time of transition for US ALL. Mr. Rich is with his buddy once again. Look Out HEAVEN! Much Love to all of you. You are ALL in my Prayers.
February 9, 2011
Ruby & Family;
I will miss Richard and hearing the door. My prayers are with you.
One of your many neighbors. & friends
Pat Cropp
February 8, 2011
Aunt Goldie and Uncle Oscar, Ruby and Children, Rose and Alfred, I am so sorry to have heard of the passing of Richard Lee.
Richard was a special cousin, he loved life, he loved people, and he never met a stranger. Richard will certainly be missed, I'm sure, by all that knew him. I hope and pray that God will give everyone strength at this time of bereavement.
We love you, (Your Cousin - Pat Cropp, Rod Cropp, and Family)
Jackie Chambers & Family
February 8, 2011
To Ruby, Robin, and Richard:
My prayers are with all of you during this time. Know that Richard is resting in peace and now with his "buddy".
You have good memories of Richard and this is what will carry you through forever. He was such a good friend to me and my family and I too will cherish his memories forever.
God Bless all of you.
Don Schluter
February 8, 2011
Sorry to hear of the passing of Richard, I always thought of Richard has a class person. My prayers are with his family. I will be out of the city and unable to attend his going home.
Jeorgyaleen Holloway
February 8, 2011
So sorry for your loss. May God continue to comfort you in your time of need.
Erica Thornotn
February 8, 2011
Cousin Ruby, Richard and Robin our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time. The Thornton Family
February 8, 2011
Robin My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Dardi
Kimberly Bonds
February 8, 2011
My prayeres are with you Mrs. Clayborne, Robin and Richard.
Bob Dunbar
February 8, 2011
I was sorry to see of Richards passing,I was a past customer of his. I will say a prayer for Richard
Wendy and Dianna Waters(Cropp)
February 8, 2011
Cousin Richard, Seem like it was yesterday we were sitting at the house laughing, talking, joking with my kids and eating good. You were a great man, wonderful sense of humor. A great husband, son, father, brother, grandfather, uncle, cousin, and friend. you will be truly missed. Love always Wendy, Dianna, Terrence, Teryn, And Makhi.
DeAnna Newman
February 8, 2011
To the Clayborne Family...
You all took me as family a long time ago.
I am so sorry for your loss. You are all in my prayers.
Uncle Rich will be missed, but I'll always have memories of him harassing Robin and I all the way back from the 15th Street days. I love you all.
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