Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
Mae Clevenger Obituary
Mae Clevenger December 7, 1929 - August 18, 2024
LIBERTY, MO - Mae Belle Clevenger, 94, of Liberty Missouri, passed away on August 18, 2024. Born December 7,1929, to Blunt and Ethel Clawson, she was the eldest of 11 children. Mae was the first person for generations in her family to graduate high school. She lived with her family on a tobacco farm in Poga, in Carter County Tennessee and began working at the age of 6 years old. After graduating high school, she worked under J. Edgar Hoover in the finger printing department for the FBI. Mae also worked for the Federal Reserve.
She married Sammy Clevenger who served in the Air Force for more than 20 years, traveling throughout the United States and Spain. Mae brought 2 children into the world and enjoyed being a mother to her loving daughter and son.
After Sam passed, she spent time with her son and traveled through nearly all 50 states with him. Mae had a green thumb envied by all, and was very fond of her coffee, biscuits and gravy.
Mae is preceded in death by her husband: Sam Clevenger, siblings: Madge Rhodes, Robert Clawson, Jr., James Clawson, Fred Clawson, Carroll Clawson, Donice James, Sue Fletcher, and Dennis Clawson.
She is survived by her daughter: Joni (Walt) Gillispie, son: Jimmy Ray Clevenger, grandson: Zachary Gillispie; brothers: Raymond (Bernadette) Clawson and L.D. (Loretta) Clawson; and sister in law: Linda Clawson; as well as many nieces and nephews.
Mae will be dearly missed by her family and all who knew her. Prior to her passing she had requested that no services be held.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Mae Clevenger
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
Make a Donation
in Mae Clevenger's name
Memorial Events
for Mae Clevenger
How to support Mae's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Mae Clevenger's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
