1907 - 2006

Clarence was born March 27, 1907 in Georgetown, Washington (annexed by Seattle in 1910). He was a precision machinist at the Continental Can Company retiring after many years, a past master of South Gate Lodge No. 247, F&AM, and a member of the West Seattle Christian Church. He was preceded in death by his wife, Doris, of 73 years. On January 30, he peacefully departed his life on earth.

Bumps, as he was affectionately known by his family, is survived by his daughter, Shirley (Gene) of Enterprise, Oregon; two granddaughters, Susan McCasland (Warren) of Puyallup, Gayle Gibson (Larry) of Enterprise, Oregon and two great grandchildren, Geoffrey Linton and Victoria Gibson.

A Memorial Service was held at the West Seattle Christian Church, Saturday, February 11, 2006 at 3 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the West Seattle Fire Department. Arrangements entrusted to Forest Lawn Funeral Home.