I ALWAYS Liked to ask him about his time growing up. great story teller. sympathy to the family.

Bob Ciske (A Friend) 2026-07-17 18:38:30

Sending prayers to the family. Pops will deffinitly be missed on off road weekends by my family especially easton he always love visiting wit pops and occupying a chunk of his time talking about who knows what ( prolly what milan broke in the last race) he especially loved flaggin him down in the pits when he strollin by on the gator. Pops will diffinitly be missed. Prayers to you all

Jason Rehbein (Family friend) 2026-07-17 10:49:40

To all the family.im so sorry for you lose. He was a great guy he always had a smile on his face.id meet him in the store and we'd talk he say come up too gravity on Friday you well enjoy it.Bob & Terri where the closest friends Terri in school & Bob& Terri stood up for my frist wedding Bobby you inairited your Dad's smile. hugs to all your family's Love Bev.

Bev. Owen ( Family friend ) 2026-07-17 08:40:18

Our deepest sympathy A nice long life Blessings

Monty and Irene Stock (Ken & Debbie’s niece) 2026-07-15 22:51:22

Sorry for your loss. He is in Jesus s arms and Heaven us his home

Ja elle wordell (Friend) 2026-07-15 16:10:28

Dear Family Hugs and prayers sent your way. Your parents were best friends of mine. A loss of the fabulous fun loving four is felt by many!! A life of memories that you need to share and remember. There’s one heck of a big dance going on now and the four of them are kicking their heels up!! Sympathy And condolences. Respectfully, Jamie Rozman

Jamie Rozman (Friend) 2026-07-15 14:25:52

Sorry to hear of your loss.In our thoughts and prayers.Kay and Kevin Blanck

Kay Blanck (Friend) 2026-07-15 12:48:12

Our sincere sympathy in your loss.

Connie and Bernie Simon (Friends) 2026-07-15 08:26:37

Ken and Deb so sorry to see the passing of your dad. My deepest sympathy to you and tour family. May he rest in peace

karen pingel swonger (friend) 2026-07-15 08:02:38

Kelly,Jesse,Bob and family I am so sorry for your loss. Your in my thoughts and prayers. May the memories be of comfort as you go through the grieving process. God Bless. Clarence RIP with your wife Eileen.

Monica Arndt (Friend) 2026-07-15 01:49:13

Grief is a complicated thing. We can be grateful for a long life and still mourn deeply when that life comes to an end. My uncle lived 95 years. A lifetime filled with experiences, relationships, challenges, joys, and love. What a remarkable gift that is. Yet even with that gratitude, it is impossible not to feel the sadness that comes with saying goodbye. For me, the loss feels complex because my uncle was also the last of my father's siblings. With his passing, it feels as though an entire chapter of our family story has come to a close. Aside from living spouses, he was the last living link to my father's generation. The last person who shared those childhood memories, family stories, and experiences that shaped the people who came before us. There is something profound about realizing that a generation has now completed its journey. I remember my dad once telling me that his older brother wasn't much of a hugger. Now, anyone who knows me knows that I'm a hugger. So naturally, I made it a point to hug him every chance I got. I'd wrap my arms around him and whisper, "Don't worry, it'll be over in a second." He would usually respond with a little smirk—a mixture of amusement, tolerance, and perhaps just a touch of resignation. But he never pushed me away. One of the last meaningful conversations I had with him was at a cousin's funeral. He looked at me and said, "I'm the last one." I answered, "Yes, you are. But maybe that's because you still have more to share with your kids, grandkids, and great-grandkids." He didn't say much. He simply nodded. Today, I thought about that moment often. I believe he understood something that not all of us may have realized. Being the last one wasn't simply about outliving everyone else. It was about carrying forward the memories, values, and stories of those who came before. It was about being a bridge between generations. And what a legacy that is. What a gift it can be to be the last one. My heart is heavy, but it is also hopeful. I choose to believe that my uncle is no longer the last one. I choose to believe that he has been reunited with his brothers and sisters, including my father. Whether that reunion exists in heaven, in some greater consciousness, or simply in the mystery beyond our understanding, the thought brings me peace. What remains here is the foundation they built. The lessons they taught. The traditions they created. The family they loved. The stories they shared. The laughter they gave us. And the countless ways they shaped our lives. My uncle's life reminds us that a person's legacy isn't measured only by the years they lived, but by the people they touched along the way. So, as we say goodbye to a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. We mourn his absence, but we celebrate his life. We hold tightly to our memories, and we carry his story forward. And for my part, I will always be grateful for every conversation, every visit, every family gathering, and yes—even every hug he reluctantly accepted. Rest easy, Uncle. Your chapter may have ended, but your story continues in all of us. You are remembered.

Jen Howard (Niece) 2026-07-14 19:20:05

So sorry for your loss. It was always a pleasure to meet up with Clarence and Eileen for a great visit and to talk about the good old times they had snowmobiling and boating with my parents and their friends. Enjoy the fond memories of your family gatherings. RIP Clarence

Mike and Doris Bennin (friends) 2026-07-14 18:38:01

So sorry for your loss. It was always a pleasure to meet up with Clarence and Eileen for a great visit and to talk about the good old times they had snowmobiling and boating with my parents and their friends. Enjoy the fond memories of your family gatherings. RIP Clarence

Mike and Doris Bennin (friends) 2026-07-14 18:36:16