William Clowers

He grew up in Texas and joined the Marines at 17. He proudly served his country for 23 years, including WWII and Korea.

After retiring from the Marine Corps, Bill worked at IBM for 15 years until his retirement.

He was predeceased by his wife of 52 years, Jane, who was the love of his life. Together they raised 7 children.

Bill was a man of few words, speaking loudest by his example. He exemplified the Marine motto, “always faithful” and was ever-present in our lives.

He is survived by his daughter, Teresa Wells and husband Sidney: grandchildren Sean, Michelle, Chad, Paul, Kim and Erica; daughter Paula; daughter Leslie Clifton and husband Willie: grandchildren Jordan, Kayley, Brooke, and Ty; son Jimmy and wife Cindy: grandchildren Brandon and Rob; son John and wife Tracy: grandchildren Alison and Richard; son Mike and wife Kathy; grandchildren Rachael, Judith, and Mike; son Bob and wife Susan: grandchildren Matthew, Taylor, and Tyler. Great Grandchildren: Brandon, Karsyn, Dylan, Alex, Sydney, Cameron, Jude, Baby girl, Clay, Jake, and Hannah. Bill was lucky enough to have a second love, Anne. They were constant and loving companions.

Visitation will be held on Friday, March 5th from 7pm-9pm at Brown-Wynne Funeral Home, 1701 E. Millbrook Rd. A Funeral service and Celebration of Life will be held at 10 AM on Sat. March 6th in the chapel of Brown-Wynne Funeral Home on Millbrook Road, Raleigh. The inurnment will follow at St. Raphael’s Catholic Church Columbarium immediately following the service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made Marine Corps Heritage Foundation or charity of choice.

Condolences can be sent to the family through www.brownwynneeastmillbrook.com