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Ray Calvin Claypoole JR
Ray Calvin "Doc" Claypoole, Jr., 82, of Worthington, PA, passed away on
Thursday, April 4, 2024, at AHN Wexford Hospital.
He was born on October 23, 1941, in Kittanning, PA; the son of Margaret A.
(Shields) and Ray C. Claypoole, Sr.
He was a 1959 graduate of Worthington-West Franklin High School in Worthington,
PA.
Doc was living his dream as a dairy farmer. He dedicated his life to raising and
breeding Holstein Cattle and also had a love for Black Angus Cattle.
As much as he was a cowman, Doc was also a proud crop man, ensuring that
Clayholm Farms thrived under his care. Throughout his days, he was never without
his faithful Dalmatian "Ta" at his side. Together, they worked with unwavering
dedication that he passes on to his family.
Clayholm Farms was more than just a livelihood to Doc; it was his life's work,
his passion, and his legacy.
His memory will be cherished by his daughter, Tammy (Scott) Crissman of
Worthington; his sons, Roy (Rebecca) Claypoole of Kittanning and Leland
(Margaret) Claypoole of Worthington; grandchildren, Tyler (Jessica) Crissman,
Hannah Crissman, Derek Crissman, Korbin Claypoole, Isabella Claypoole, and Kiyah
Claypoole, and Aiden Claypoole, Mackenzie Claypoole, and Lily Claypoole;
great-grandchild, Bennett Crissman; brother, Mervin D. Claypoole of Worthington;
and a special nephew, Scott "Shorty" Hepler.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his loving wife, Shirley Mae (Smith)
Claypoole, whom he married on October 19, 1979 and who passed away on November
14, 2023; grandchildren, Cameron Crissman and Silas Claypoole; and sisters,
Joanne M. Hepler and Virginia L. Alese.
Friends and family will be received from 2 - 4 PM and 7 - 9 PM on Sunday, April
7, 2024, at the Bauer Funeral Home, 515 N. McKean Street, Kittanning, PA.
Additional visitation will be held from 10 AM until the time of services at 11
AM on Monday, April 8, 2024, at Franklin Union Baptist Church, 106 Century Hill
Lane, Worthington, PA 16262 with Rev. Robert F. Hindman officiating.
Interment will be in Worthington Presbyterian Cemetery, Worthington, PA.
Rest easy Doc, you've done your chores here on earth; it's time to milk a few
head of cattle in heaven
Arrangements by Bauer Funeral & Cremation Services, Kittanning, PA. |
