William Clement
May 23, 2014
William A. Clement, Jr., 94, passed away Friday, May 23, 2014 at Trinity Center at Luther Park in Des Moines.
Services will be held at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines on Wednesday, May 28, 2014. Family will begin greeting friends at 11:00 a.m. with funeral service to start at 1:00 p.m. Burial will follow at Highland Memory Gardens Cemetery.
Bill was born October 22, 1919 in Minburn, Iowa, the son of William A. Clement, Sr. and Avis Roush Clement. He honorably served his country in the US Army. After returning from WWII, he resumed his career at Underwood/Olivetti Business Machines. He was a member of Grant Park Christian Church. Family was always his first priority.
Bill was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 58 years, Beverly, and his sister, Hesper Ousley. He is survived by his daughters, Christy (Ronald) Bateman and Vicki (Darrell) Bennett; five grandchildren: Kelly (Melissa) Bennett, Aaron Bennett, Lindsey (Jason) Buehler, Jill Bateman, and Kimberly Bateman (Brian Grulke); and seven great-grandchildren: Jake, Soundra, Carli, Cole, Calin, Anila, and Hank.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be directed to the Animal Rescue League in Bill’s memory.
Condolences may be expressed at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Our thanks and gratitude to the entire staff at Trinity Center at Luther Park for their care and kindness during the past 5 ½ years.
Nancy (Brown-Sheets) Hodges
05/28/2014
Christy & Vicki, I was sorry to hear about your dad. He will be missed. I feel like I've known him my whole life. He had a great life and now he's with the love of his life in a beautiful, peaceful place. Sorry I cannot make it today but I am there in spirit. Christy, stay in touch. Love you guys!
Patrick Brophy
05/27/2014
Christy and Vicki, your father was a good man, always a gentleman and terrific neighbor to our family. He was so good to my mother. I am sorry to hear of your family's loss. He will be missed.
Gina Gerdes
05/26/2014
Vicki,
So sorry to hear about your loss. I am so glad you were able to get your dad into hospice to keep him comfortable. It's never easy to say good-bye to those we love and hold dear, even when we know it's the best thing for them. It is never a good time to let go, but trust in yourself that you did everything in your power to make your father's passing as comfortable and painless as you could. May the love and support of your family and friends help you through this difficult time. We miss your smiling face and bubbly personality at work and look forward to your return when you are ready.