Samuel Edward Clements

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of sweet, smiling, Samuel Edward Clements on March 30, 2019. God honored his wish to pass peacefully in the comfort of his own home, with his loving wife Jan of 27 years by his side. Sam served in the United States Navy during the Korean War. He loved spending time with his family, reading, traveling, with a passion for singing in the choir of Christ the King Catholic Church; where he was a long-time devoted member. His activities included King’s & funeral choir, Cantor, bulletin editor, St. Vincent DePaul, Cursillo CHRP, Faith sharing, adoration, Eucharistic Minister to homebound, money counter, marriage encounter, Divine Mercy, men’s faith sharing group, Stewardship & Welcoming committees & Respect Life. Sam was the recipient of the church’s 2015-2016 Volunteer Award.

Born October 20, 1932, the 8th of 10 children in Louisville, KY, where he returned yearly for the Clements’ Family reunion, which remained near and dear to his heart. Sam was predeceased by his son, David Clements, daughter, Eleanor Clements & step-son, Chris Bonnichsen; 3 brothers, and 3 sisters. Survivors include his devoted, loving wife of 27 years, Janet Clements; his sister, Catherine Webb (Guy); brothers, Paul Clements (Shirley) & Jim Clements (Ann); son, John Clements (Deanna, fiancé) stepson, Robert Bonnichsen, daughter-in-law Lee Beard; grandchildren, Angela Budd (Shaun), Jennifer, Beasley (Ricky), Rick Aasen, Sammy, Danny (Tayla) & Andrew Weinstein, Taylor & Jacob Bonnichsen; 6 great-grandchildren, Casen, Riley, Rowen, Graysen, Ella & Charleston; mother-in-law Helen Fraed, sisters–in-law Dr. Cindy Fraed(Dr. Sharon Hull) & Pam Veth as well as many nieces, nephews & great friends.

A viewing & rosary will be held at Christ the King Catholic Church on Sunday, April 7th, 2019 from 7:00-9:00pm, with a funeral Mass of celebration to be held on Monday, April 8th, 2019 at 11:00am. (742 Arlington Rd, Jacksonville, FL 32211).

In lieu of flowers Sam lovingly requested donations be made to Christ the King Capital Campaign Fund.

Interment will take place at a later date in the National Cemetery.