Richard Clanton, 79, of New Ross passed away Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2024, at his home surrounded by family.
He was born Jan. 18, 1945, at Indianapolis, a son of the late William and Mary Jane (McKenzie) Clanton.
Richard loved the outdoors and was a hunter, fisherman, and trapper. He loved all of his family and friends and he enjoyed the time he spent at Friendship, Indiana.
Survivors include his loving wife of 58 years, Jeannine Clanton; children, Peggy (Eric) Mills and Kelly (Richard) Clayburn; grandchildren, Darin (Brittney) Browning, Derek (Emily) Browning, Trista Wathen, Anthony (Nalicia) Clanton, Corey (Melissa) Gillogly, Tiffany (Arrick) Burke, Anisha (Casey) Joyce, Jesse (Trish) Campbell, Aubrey Duncan and Cale (Ashley) Clayburn; 22 great-grandchildren; and siblings, Madonna Groomer and Harry (Julie) Clanton.
In addition to his parents, Richard was preceded in death by daughter Sandy Clanton; son-in-law Gary Browning; grandson Travis Clanton; and brother Billy Clanton.
Final care of Richard has been entrusted to the Strawmyer & Drury Mortuary, 2400 N. Lebanon St., Lebanon.
You are invited to visit the website where you may sign his online register and leave a personal message at www.strawmyerdrury.com.
