Melvin Wayne Clingman
November 7, 1939 ~ February 24, 2023
Melvin Wayne Clingman, 83, of Jefferson City, passed away peacefully Friday, February 24, 2023, surrounded by family.
He was born November 7, 1939, in Dalhart, Texas, the son of Melvin Elvin and Billie Jo (Hooser) Clingman.
He was united in marriage on July 25, 1974, in Jefferson City to Dolores Ann Schepker Ray who survives.
Wayne worked as a lineman for Ameren retiring after 33 years of service. He was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church, Fraternal Order of Eagles Aerie 2693, former member and vice president of the Water District #2 Board, and a member of IBEW Local 2.
Wayne enjoyed RV travel with his wife, woodworking, bowling, boating, watching the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Chiefs, and most of all spending time with his family and friends.
Survivors include his wife, Dolores Clingman, Jefferson City; seven children, Gayla (Jeff) Propst, Jefferson City; Dana (Dennis) Berhorst, Holts Summit; Dwayne (Julie) Clingman, Jefferson City; Sheila (Rod) Ponder, Jefferson City; Tina Miles (Curt Robertson), Jefferson City; Lisa (Harry) Frank, Jefferson City; Laura (Tim) Frank, Arizona; 17 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will be 9-10:30 a.m. Tuesday, March 7, 2023, at St. Peter Catholic Church.
Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday at St. Peter Catholic Church with the Rev. Jeremy Secrist officiating.
Entombment will be in Resurrection Catholic Mausoleum.
Memorials are suggested to St. Peter Catholic Church; American Cancer Society; or to the COPD Foundation.
Services entrusted to Trimble Funeral Homes – Jefferson City. trimblefunerals.com
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My deepest sympathy for your loss. It broke my heart when I receive the news. Wayne was a very caring person whom I have know for the last 23 years. He will be greatly missed at our Board meetings. Love and prayers to your family.
Fly with the angels Cuz.
My Deepest, Most Sincere Sympathy to the Clingman Children (Dana, Gayla, Dewayne) & families. Holding each of you ever so close in thought and in prayer. God loves you and so do I!
As I look at your picture, Wayne, I have to smile when I think of all the fun times Jim and I had with you and Dee! So much laughter.. my jaw used to ache as I laughed at you two! We had lots of good times on our camping adventures and all those dinners that we four shared. There were dogs! Lots of dogs! And birthdays… Scorpios vs Sagittarius! It was a good run, my friend. You will be missed on earth but we will see you again one day! Until then, I’m gonna keeping smiling when I think of you and I’ll make sure Dee takes care of herself! Fly High with the angels!
Deepest sympathy to you, Dolores Ann, and all your family. Thoughts & prayers are with all of you. Sure enjoyed our times together. Shared lots of laughs. Love you all.
My sincere condolences to the Clingman family. I’m sorry for your loss. Your family will be in my prayers.
Dwayne, Gayla & Family,
So sorry to hear about Melvin. My thoughts and prayers will be with all of you.
Condolences to You and Family . Rest well, Wayne.
I am sorry to hear about your loss Dolores. I was at my sister funeral when alarry told me. I told Larry how much I enjoyed visiting with you guys,and catching on what the families were doing
I am so sorry for your loss Sheila and Rod Ponder. I love you all. Praying for the Family
Love Kara & Chuck Dipasquale has purchased 6″ Dishgarden for Melvin Clingman
Gayla, my thoughts and prayers are with you, my special friend.