Richard E. Clapp

Ed was born in Frankin Township on September 18, 1933, to parents Richard S. and Gertrude E. (Belch) Clapp. He graduated from Kent Roosevelt High School, then proceeded to earn his undergraduate degree from Kent State University and from there, attended The Ohio State University, attaining his pharmacy degree. After returning home he began a long, enjoyable career at Robinson Memorial Hospital, first as a pharmacist, then moving into purchasing and ultimately becoming CEO.

Ed was a member of both the Ravenna United Methodist Church and Kent United Methodist Church and enjoyed his involvement with the Rotary Club and attaining Paul Harris Fellow. Ed loved traveling with his wife, Pat, and they especially enjoyed visits to Disney World during the many years they lived in Florida. Ed had an incredible thirst for knowledge, and as such, was an avid reader. He had an astute financial mind and successfully managed his own investments. Ed loved his family and loved his cats.

Ed is survived by his wife of 48 years, Patricia, daughter LuAnne (Ed) Stockton and stepchildren Barbara (Allen) Waddle, Robert (Mary Beth) DiPaola, and James (Doris) DiPaola. He also leaves his grandchildren Miranda (Dylan) Garritano, Logan (fiancé Angela Graham) Stockton, Allen Patrick Waddle, Katelyn (fiancé Beau Morrow) Waddle, Robert James DiPaola, Julia (fiancé Evan Abbott) DiPaola, Rachel DiPaola, Sarah DiPaola and his beloved grand-cats.

Ed was preceded in death by his parents.

Family will receive friends at the Wood-Kortright-Borkoski Funeral Home, 703 E. Main St., Ravenna, Ohio, on Thursday, October 30, 2025, from 11:00am until the funeral service, officiated by Chaplain William Wisniewski, beginning at 12pm. Interment at Maple Grove Cemetery will follow.

Ed’s family would like to express their sincere gratitude to the staff of The Gardens of Western Reserve Hospice for the compassionate care given to Ed and especially to their Chaplain for his comforting words and presence.

In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial donations in Ed’s name to the Portage County APL.

Condolences and memories can be shared at www.wood-kortright-borkoski.com

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