James Dow Clinton

James Dow Clinton, 85, a Carmel resident since 1956 died November 5, 2014. He was known throughout his adult life as “J.D.”. He was a retired computer systems analyst and had last been employed in Civil Service at Ft. Ord. He had worked at Ft. Ord for over 20 years when he retired in 1976.

A native of El Paso, Texas, he was born on January 21, 1929. After graduation from El Paso High School, he enlisted in the US Navy and served from June 30, 1946 to January 13, 1950 when he was honorably discharged.

He was a member of the Carmel Music Society for over 40 years and served on that Board of Directors for 15 years, 5 of which were as President and 6 as Treasurer. He was a member of the American Contract Bridge League and had achieved the rank of Gold Life Master. He served on the Board of Directors of the Monterey Unit and also on the Board of directors for Districts 21 and 22 as Treasurer. He was a member of the Carmel Foundation and the National Association of Retired Federal Employees.

He is survived by his brother, William of El Paso and a sister, Sybil Raper of Corpus Christi, TX and numerous nieces and nephews.

No services will be held. After cremation his ashes will be scattered at sea.

Memorial gifts may be made to the Carmel Music Society Competition P.O. Box 1144, Carmel, CA 93921