Robert A. Clemens, 89, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, May 12, 2016. Born May 25, 1926, Chagrin Falls, Ohio, with twin Richard, who has predeceased him. He attended Chagrin Falls Schools and Ohio State University, where he won the Alfred E. Foote Memorial scholarship and graduated with two degrees. He played in the Ohio State University marching band and was very active in intramural sports. He was a member of Alpha Gamma Sigma Professional Agricultural Fraternity. In 1948, he married Jean M. Jackson of Pepper Pike, Ohio. She predeceased him in 2006. Robert was employed by Lincoln Electric Co. for 42 years.
He was a member of the Presbyterian Church where he served as Director of Sports, Usher, Deacon and Elder. A Master Mason and Shriner, he was President of Central State Shrine Oriental Band in 1988-89, and Director General of AKDAR Shrine in 1989.
He is survived by daughter Anne and son-in-law Charles Steel; son Robert Clemens Il and daughter-in-law Tricia, granddaughters Elizabeth, Kirsten and Meagan Clemens; son Bruce Clemens and partner Michael O'Meara. He is also survived by his brother George Clemens and wife Pat of Chagrin Falls, Ohio.
Dad had a fondness for German Shepherds, the stock market, bourbon and Ohio State. Attempts to repair everything usually involved duct tape, bailing wire, rubber bands and spray paint. Dad was never afraid to strike up a conversation with anyone. He brightened our lives with his ornery antics, his favorite phrase was "Have a good day". Our family wishes to thank the staff of Tulsa Jewish Retirement Health Care Center for their compassion and professional care, We would also like to thank Miller Hospice for their end of life support and care.
Visitation will be 6-8 P.M., Tuesday, May 17, 2016 at Moore's Southlawn, 9350 E. 51st, Tulsa, OK. Private family services will be held. Moore's Southlawn 918-663-2233 share memories at
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