CLARY OBITUARIES, Henry County, Missouri ==================================================================== CLARY, Agrippa Valentine 1851 - 1935 Pioneer Settler Dies - Agrippa Valentine Clary passed to Life Eternal Sunday, May 5, at 2 p.m. His health had been poor for sometime, occasioned by his advancing years. Living at the home of his son, Ola, near White Oak, he was considerately cared for during his three weeks in bed. Mr. Clary was born near Knoxville, Tenn., July 12, 1851, and in '61 came with his parents to Henry County where they settled near Stones Chapel, his home till manhood. January 7, 1877, he married Mrs. Mary Sevier at Montrose, and for 50 years they made their home in White Oak township, five miles south of Urich. Mrs. Sevier had four children; Mrs. W. G. Martin of Springfield and E. F. Sevier of Urich survive. Of the three Clary sons the two younger, John E. of South second Street, Clinton, and Ola, of Walker township, near White Oak, survive, also 11 grandchildren and two great grandchildren. His wife preceded him in death march 20, 1925. The grandchildren were pallbearers and flower girls and the services were conducted Tuesday at 1:30 p.m. by Rev. Gilbert of the White Oak Methodist church, of which Mr. Clary was a valued member. The burial was at the Hickory Grove family cemetery, four miles south of Urich. In the death of A. V. Clary another of the few remaining early settlers passes from our community. He was a man of fine integrity, strong and forceful will and with excellent character. Some of his early ancestors' hardihood and self-reliance was passed on to posterity and those who have been privileged to live with and learn from these pioneer citizens have an enviable heritage. Ray Martin and family of Springfield, George Clary and family, Rev. Marcus and wife of Diamond, Mo., were at the funeral. CLARY, Estel Arthur 1905 - 1997 Estel Arthur Clary, born September 29, 1905, in the Urich area, formerly a Henry County resident, died Thursday, July 3, 1997, in Overland Park, Kansas. He was preceded in death by his first wife, Evelyn Zehnder Clary. Surviving are his second wife, Josephine Gerard Clary; daughter and son-in-law, Shirley and Lyle Hanson and grandchildren, Janice and Richard Gaulke of Overland Park, Kansas; brothers, Ralph Clary of Clinton and Richard Clary of Renton, Washington, and a sister, Pauline Kreher of Cameron, and many nephews, nieces, grand-nephews and grand-nieces. A methodist, Mr. Clary was a member of the McDonald Masonic Lodge in Independence and the Ararat Shrine in Kansas City. Funeral services were Monday, July 7, at Mount Moriah in Kansas City. Following cremation, burial was at Stone's Chapel Cemetery, Montrose. The family suggests that memorials could be sent to the Broadway United Methodist Church in Kansas City. CLARY, George Ernest 1879 - 1925 George Ernest Clary Suddenly Called Home - George Ernest Clary, who lived on the Gaines farm, 11 miles west of Clinton, died at 7 p.m. Sunday with heart failure. He had spent the day in Clinton at the home of his wife's relatives, and had gone home about six o'clock. He had milked one cow and was coming out of the stall, when he screamed and fell. His neighbors, Ora Knight and Bill Ritter had just driven up, and they rushed to him, also his father, A. V. Clary, who was sitting on the porch. He told his father he was dying and asked him if there was anything they could do for him. He had suffered with an attack of influenza several months ago and had not been able to do much since, only having taken up the farm work a few days previous to his death. He had had spells of semi-paralysis. He had had a premonition of his death some weeks before, but both he and his wife had become much encouraged over his condition lately. He was born at the home farm, 5 miles south of Urich, November 27, 1879, and spent his life in White Oak Township. December 26, 1909 he married Miss Ella Cruce. To this union three children were born: Robert Lee age 7 and Kenneth age 2. The little daughter, Geneva Elizabeth, died when but a month old. He also leaves two brothers, John Clary, of Clinton; Ola Clary, of Walker Township; half brother, E. F. Sevier, of Urich; half sister, Mrs. Dora Martin of Springfield. All were here but Mrs. Martin. He was converted in his youth and joined the M. E. Church, South. After his marriage he joined the Christian church with his wife. He was a good husband and father, and interested in farming and stock raising, which was his life work. His death falls most heavily on his dear little wife, who with heavy heart and tear dimmed eyes, must take the place of both parents in the hearts and lives of her two small sons. For her and the other loved ones we can but pray that the Comforter may come in this the saddest hour of their life. May the little ones ever be guided by the wise council of this little mother of theirs. The funeral was conducted at the White Oak church by Rev. A. N. Lindsey, Monday afternoon. Interment in the cemetery by the side of his little daughter. CLARY, Johnnie N. 1909 - 1993 Johnnie N. Clary, 84, of Fort Collins, died Sunday, May 30, 1993 at Spring Creek Health Care Center. Mr. Clary was born May 3, 1909 near Montrose, the son of Ola Clary and Arminta Hart Clary. He received his education at White Oak School and Ballard High School. On Jan. 24, 1936, he married Ferne McDonald in Sedalia. Mr. Clary had lived in Fort Collins for the past five years, moving there from Wheatridge, Colorado. He moved to Colorado about forty years ago, and was employed with Public Service Company of Colorado for twenty-five years. He attended the Baptist Church and First Christian Church. Graveside services were held at Roselawn Cemetery, Fort Collins. The Rev. Richard Schoonover, a nephew of the deceased, officiated. He is survived by his wife, Ferne Clary of Fort Collins; two sons, James K. Clary of Fort Collins and Ronald Clary of Grandview, Washington; three brothers, Richard Clary of Renton, Washington, Estel Clary of Kansas City; and Ralph Clary of Clinton; one sister, Pauline Kreher of Cameron; four grandchildren and one great-grandchild. CLARY, Mary Frances BENTLER 1921 - 1995 Mary Frances Clary died March 10, 1995, at the Golden Valley Hospital in Clinton. She was born on January 11, 1921, in Burlington, Iowa, the first child of William Edward Bentler and Frances Marie Ebert Bentler. She graduated from Burlington High School in 1938. She attended a business college in Burlington, Iowa. On September 20, 1944, she married Ralph E. Clary of Urich at St. John's Catholic Church in Burlington, Iowa, and to this union seven children were born. They lived near Camp Roberts, California, until Ralph was sent to the Southeast Pacific during World War II at which time she moved back to Burlington. While Ralph was overseas Mary Fran worked for a law firm. Upon Ralph's return they moved to Appleton City in September of 1946 and Montrose in 1947. In March of 1950 they moved to the farm west of Montrose where they lived until September of 1991 when they moved to Clinton. Mary Frances was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. After her children were raised she worked for the interchurch Coordinating Council in Clinton and then for 12 years as the director of the RSVP program. At the time of her death she was serving as the secretary of Holy Rosary Catholic Church. She was active in the Mt. Hope Rural Home Improvement Club, Cosmos, McGennis Youth Center, the Henry County Museum and many other volunteer projects. She is survived by her husband, Ralph Clary; three sons, John T. Clary of Columbia, William A. Clary of Friendswood, Texas, and Father Michael O. Clary of Blue Springs; two daughters, Maureen F. McAvoy of Puerto Rico and Jean Ann Liu of Warrensburg; six grandchildren, Jarcia, Marcia and Joe Liu, Christine and Matthew McAvoy and Caleb Clary. She was preceded in death by twin sons, Robert and Joseph Clary, as well as her parents. Also surviving are three brothers, William Bentler of Burlington, Ia., Robert Bentler of Burlington, Ia., and Joseph Bentler of Marion, Ia.; three sisters, Rita Hasson of Burlington, Ia., Barbara Lemley of Des Moines, Ia.; and Katherine Adolphson of Burlington, Ia. The Mass of Christian Burial was held at Holy Rosary Catholic Church on Tuesday, March 14, at 10 a.m. Burial was in St. Mary's Cemetery in Montrose. Fr. Michael Clary presided at the Mass and burial. Pallbearers were Richard Schoonover, Bob Adolphson, Gregg Smith, Richard Straw, Bob Cook and Joy Hunter. CLARY, Mary Frances DUNN SEVIER 1847 - 1924 The character of which we are about to write was a Christian mother. She wrought on the stage of life, not as a star performer, but as a servant behind the scenes, labors that the drama in which she plays may glorify the Ruler of human destiny. The curtain has fallen and the drama in which she played so noble a part has ended in tragedy if she had no hope. But she had more than hope. She had an abiding faith in Him who is able to save her soul and death came not as a conqueror but as a deliverer to prepare her tired body for its long and quiet rest. The subject of this sketch, Mary F. Dunn Clary, was born October 8, 1847, in Cooper county, Mo., and came with her parents to Henry county just previous to the Civil war. Her father, Major Dunn, was a pioneer settler in the Hickory Grove neighborhood and she spent her life within a few miles of the hold home. January 4, 1868, she was united in marriage to George A. Sevier, who passed away April 13, 1874, leaving her with four small children, Jas. W. Sevier, who died in October, 1921, Rosa Williams died in August, 1907, E. F. Sevier, of Urich, and Mrs. W. G. Martin, of Springfield, survive her. January 27, 1877, she was united in marriage to A. V. Clary, who with three sons, John E., of Clinton, George E. and Ola, of Urich, together with one brother, J. N. Dunn, survive her. She departed this life at her late home 5 miles south of Urich, March 21, 1924. Age 76 years, 5 months and 15 days. Funeral service was conducted by her pastor, Rev. S. G. McCluney, at the Presbyterian church, of Urich. Interment in Hickory Grove cemetery. The funeral sermon was based on 2nd Timothy 4:7: I have fought a good fight. I have finished my course. I have kept the faith. These words were appropriate since her life confirmed to the highest Christian principles. Sublime indeed, is the service of mother, for no pen nor picture can portray the secret ministries that spring from a heart full of love, our minds are incapable of its full measure. When hearts are aching with sorrow and memory's chamber overflows with reflections, we are consoled by the thought that her contribution to the world was a blessing. T. B. R. H. CLARY, Richard Hart 1922 - 1997 Richard Hart Clary, Renton, Washington, died November 16, 1997. He was 75. Mr. Clary was born April 9, 1922, in Urich, to Ola and Arminta Clary. He graduated from Clinton High School and served in the U.S. Army during WWII. He married Flossie Hutchens November 20, 1965. He worked as an electrician for the Boeing Co. until retiring in 1984. He enjoyed salmon fishing, hunting, golf and travel. He is survived by his wife, Flossie Clary of Renton; four sons, Lee Morrison and Roger Walker, both of Wichita, Kansas, Kenny Walker of Graham, Washington, and Bob Walker of Chautauqua, Kansas; three daughters, Linda Andrews of Huntsville, Alabama, Judy Cottom of Renton, Washington, and Lora Boys of Wichita, Kansas; a brother, Ralph Clary of Clinton; a sister, Pauline Kreher of Cameron; 21 grandchildren and 22 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Estel, Oral and Johnny Clary, and one sister, Mildred Schoonover; his grandson, Matthew Cottom, and daughter, Kay Higgins. Visitation was on Wednesday and Thursday, November 19 and 20, at Greenwood Funeral Home in Renton, Washington. A funeral service was held at 1 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial was at Greenwood Memorial Park in Renton. CLARY, William Rutherford 1853 - 1927 Wenatchee Daily News, Wenatchee, Washington, Nov 12, 1927 - Following an illness which has kept him confined for almost ten months, W. R. Clary, 74, a resident of Wenatchee for the past 22 years, died at 11 o'clock last night. He had been in the monumental business during most of his residence here, and was widely known in the city. Mr. and Mrs. Clary were married 55 years ago in Clinton, MO, where they lived for 21 years, when they moved to Cando, N.D., from where they came to Wenatchee after a short residence. Mr. Clary was a member of the Elks and Masonic lodges of this city, and the latter fraternity will have charge of the funeral to be held Monday at 2 o'clock in the Masonic temple. Services will be completed at the Wenatchee cemetery. Surviving are his widow, Mrs. Sarah (Sims) Clary, four sons, George, Wenatchee, Edward and Howard, of Cleveland, Ohio, and Harvey E. of Seattle. Three daughters, Mrs. Mary Emick of Kansas City, MO., Mrs. Lucy McCarty of Los Angeles and Mrs. Margaret Bowen of Bellingham. The Clarys owned a home at 217 North Delaware Street here. (Note: He was the brother of Agrippa Valentine Clary.) ==================================================================== USGENWEB NOTICE: In keeping with our policy of providing free information on the Internet, data may be used by non-commercial entities, as long as this message remains on all copied material. These electronic pages may NOT be reproduced in any format for profit or for presentation by other persons or organizations. Persons or organizations desiring to use this material for purposes other than stated above must obtain the written consent of the file contributor. 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