Charles Callen Clarkson
August 13, 2014
Charles Callen Clarkson was born in 1937 to Chet and Golda Clarkson in Des Moines, Iowa and died Wednesday, August 13, 2014. He was married to Kathleen Joan Boys January 25, 1958. Charles said it was a unique experience to have been married to such a beautiful, kind, and talented woman as he found in his wife, Kathleen, for 56 years. Charles enjoyed serving the Lord in different capacities at various churches: North Acres Chapel, Boone Biblical Church, First Assembly, and Metro A.O.G.
Charles was proud of being in the military. He saw many places in the world he otherwise wouldn’t have seen. He had 28 years 7 months in Iowa National Guard. He enjoyed his job at the Combined Support Maintenance Shop. He enjoyed being the father of his nine children and grandfather to his grandchildren and great-grandchildren and was proud of them all. Each one is very unique in their own way.
In addition to his wife, Kathleen, Charles is survived by his children who in order of their arrival are: Melea Adler (Kirk) and their sons, Stephen and Brandon; Gina Kramer (Lynn) and their children, Sheena (Sharmil) and Jason (Stephanie); Rhonda Brown; Daniel Clarkson and his daughter, Ashley; Andrea Martin (David) and their children, Audrey, D.J., and Micah; Jonathon Clarkson (Kim) and their children, Gabriel, Alex, Tad, Brittney, Courtney, and Jarred; Thomas Clarkson (Misty) and their children, Brianna, Dylan, Kaitlyn, Caleb, Amber, Ethan, and Elias; David Clarkson (Mindy) and their sons, David Joel Jr. and Kenan; and Kalena Clarkson. Charles, Kathleen, and their family have continued to be blessed by the addition of seven great-grandchildren: Chloe H., Julie H., Chloe S., Cassidy S., Darien B., Danielle B., and Pierre B.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Sunday, August 17, 2014 at Hamilton’s Funeral Home, 605 Lyon Street, Des Moines. Funeral service will be 10:30 a.m. Monday, August 18 at New Life Center, 1031 23rd Street, Des Moines. Burial will take place at Iowa Veteran Cemetery at 12:30 p.m. Monday following the funeral.
It is suggested that memorial contributions be directed to the family.
Condolences may be left at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Mona Abrahamson
08/31/2014
Many fond memories of you and Cal. Looking forward to a day of reunion and rejoicing forever soon!
Blessings to you and yours, David and Mona
Debra Campbell
08/19/2014
Jon and Kim, My prayers are with you and your family at this time of sorrow.Just know that you guys have a guardian angel watching over you now and will be waiting at Heavens door for all of us when we go to Heaven. Your dad was a great guy and im going to miss seeing him at the New Life Center on Sunday mornings.May you rest in peace Charles.keep watch over your loved ones
Hollie & Tracie Price
08/18/2014
Dearly loved...dearly missed. Our deepest sympathy and love are extended to all the family. Our prayers for strength, and comfort, and guidance during this very difficult time will be with you. Awaiting our glorious reunion!
Donald L. Hawbaker SGT. RET. IAARNG
08/16/2014
Another of the CSMS Crew has fallen. I served with Charlie in the CSMS and the IA ARNG for 21 1/2 of the 28 plus years he worked at the CSMS and served in the IA ARNG. It is a sad day when you see an old friends name it one of these columns. Charlie was always smiling and had a kind word for everyone and could talk your leg off if given the chance and we shared many conversations over the years. He had many knicknames dealing with his job repairing tentage at the CSMS and drew many laughs at his retirement when he was given the specially made belt that would hold 2 cans of yellow paint that he used to show where tentage was unserviceable during those many years he spent repairing tentage.
May he Rest in Peace with the Lord.
HAND SALUTE . CARRY ON SOLDIER.
Sherri King
08/15/2014
Dear Kay.....Praying for the Peace of Christ for all of you.
Thank you for all of your words of Christ when we last talked.
Mary Rinehart
08/15/2014
Gina, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I'll keep you and your family in my prayers.
Rusty and Jane Beebe
08/15/2014
Our Thoughts and Prayers to ALL Cal's Friends and Family..... Allow Us to express our sincere condolence.....
Peace
Kim Carpenter
08/15/2014
Melea, You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Kristy Clear
08/15/2014
Melea, I am sorry to hear of your loss. My heart felt condolences to you and your family.
Kay Lonas
08/15/2014
Gina,
You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers as you cherish the memories and honor his memory. Know that you have a new Guardian Angel at your side.
God's blessings of peace and comfort.
Becky Heth
08/15/2014
Charles was a wonderful man of God who influenced so many lives, and will continue to do so through his loving family. Kay and Charles Clarkson have been a blessing and set a great example of love, teamwork and commitment. I am so sorry, dear Kay, and family, for your loss.
Angela Crutchfield
08/14/2014
Melea, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Sandy Elifritz
08/14/2014
Dear Kay and family! My deepest sympathies are with all of you at this time of great loss. May our God of comfort be with all of you, and give you peace.
My Love and Prayers,
Sandy Elifritz
Rebecca Grove
08/14/2014
Melea and family, may you find comfort in your memories of Charles as you mourn his passing.
Janet M. E. McCoy
08/14/2014
Dear Clarkson family,
My prayers are with you all during this time. May God be peace and comfort to you.
I am a co worker of Melea.