Mr. John R. Clapper, Sr. - 70, a native of Hobart, NY and longtime resident of Semmes, AL passed away Thursday, January 12, 2012 in a local hospital.He leaves behind to cherish his memories a devoted friend and wife of 38 years, Susan Clapper; three children, John Clapper, Jr. (Emily), Mobile, AL, Heather Hutchinson (Matt), Mobile, AL and Nicole Johnson, Birmingham, AL; three grandchildren, Brooke Hutchinson, Dylan Johnson and Joshua Clapper. He also leaves behind two loving sisters, Ellen Wayman (Clayton), Stanford, NY and Mary Radford (Bill), Richmond, VA; loving sister-in-law, Marcia George (Lloyd), Crawfordville, FL; nieces, nephews and other relatives. The family will receive friends at Radney Funeral Home on Monday, January 16, 2012, from 5-8 p.m. Condolences may be offered at www.radneyfuneralhome-mobile.com.