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James “Doc” Marion Clowser, Sr.

Date of Death: March 30, 2023

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Wednesday 4/5, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Thursday 4/6, 11:00 am

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Cemetery
Shenandoah Memorial Park
1270 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
(540) 667-2012 |
Thursday 4/6

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Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to
Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork St., Suite 405
Winchester, VA 22601

James “Doc” Marion Clowser, Sr., 87 of Winchester, VA passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023 peacefully at his home.

James was born in 1935 in Winchester, VA, the son of Leonard and Margaret Clowser. He retired from Frederick County Landfill as a heavy equipment operator. James was a member of Ebenezer Christian Church. He enjoyed growing his vegetable garden every year, he loved watching westerns and spent time making birdhouses. James loved to tinker with anything that had a motor. He was the former Fire Chief and lifetime member at North Mountain Volunteer Fire Department and also received Volunteer Fireman of the Year Award. James was also Virginia Fire Warden for many years.

He is survived by his wife, Dorothy whom he married on September 29, 1962; son, James “Jamie” M. Clowser, Jr. and wife Jessica “Jessie”, grandson, James Michael Clowser; sisters, Judy Yancey (Tommy), Peggy Partlow (Earl), Shelby Hodgson (Bob), Patty Stottlemyer (Carl) and brothers, Jerry Clowser (Brenda).

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, April 5, 2023 from 6pm to 8pm with a service the following day, Thursday, April 6, 2023 at 11am, all held at Omps Funeral Home, Amherst Chapel.
Officiating will be Pastor Tom Mounts of Ebenezer Christian Church. Interment will be in Shenandoah Memorial Park.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of James to Blue Ridge Hospice, 333 W. Cork St., Suite 405, Winchester, VA 22601.

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Visitation
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
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Wednesday 4/5, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Amherst Chapel
1600 Amherst Street
Winchester, VA 22601
Map
Thursday 4/6, 11:00 am
Cemetery
Shenandoah Memorial Park
1270 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
(540) 667-2012 | Map
Thursday 4/6
Memorial

Memorial contributions may be made to
Blue Ridge Hospice
333 W. Cork St., Suite 405
Winchester, VA 22601

James “Doc” Marion Clowser, Sr., 87 of Winchester, VA passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023 peacefully at his home. James was born in 1935 in Winchester, VA, the son of Leonard and Margaret Clowser. He retired from Frederick County Landfill as a heavy equipment operator. James was a member of Ebenezer Christian Church. HeContinue Reading

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Joe and Stephanie Kreger left a message on April 5, 2023:
Having a friendly and helpful neighbor is a blessing. Marion was one of a kind and will be greatly missed. It won’t be the same not seeing him working in the garden or in the yard. Our hearts and prayers are with the family.
Dale Ballenger left a message on April 4, 2023:
Sorry for your loss and sending prayers to the family.
Ann M Smith left a message on April 4, 2023:
Marion was such a sweet man and wonderful friend. He will be sincerely missed by all who knew him. Our prayers are with you, Dorothy, and your family.
Garrett and Jenni Schafer left a message on April 3, 2023:
Sending hugs and prayers.
Rhonda Sargent left a message on April 2, 2023:
I'm so deeply sorry to learn of Marion's passing. He was quite the character. Prayers for the family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
The Loy Family left a message on April 1, 2023:
Having once lived in the Hayfield area our family has known Marion since the begining of time. When I was a Deputy with Frederick Count, and lived in Shawneeland , Marion was my go to guy, especially when I needed to get out as a result of a big snowstorm. He was the kindest man that our family has ever known. He loved his family immensely. Our heart goes out to all of you. God Bless you all.
Ernest "Freddy" Conner left a message on April 1, 2023:
A wonderful cousin and friend that I grew up with and spent many good times with him and his 4 sisters and brother. Loved them all dearly. Was honored immensely standing with them as a witness at their wedding in Sept 1962. Our prayers for his lovely bride Dorothy and all the family!!
Carol L Charles left a message on April 1, 2023:
Gdaddy, you now live in Heaven with Jesus Christ, for You have walked in Jesus's ways and proclaimed His Glory. My deepest sympathy to Dorothy, Jamie, Jimmy, and Jessica Clowser. "FOR GOD SO LOVED THE WORLD HE GAVE HIS ONLY BEGOTTEN SON, THAT WHOEVER BELIEVES IN HIM SHALL HAVE ETERNAL LIFE" John 3:16.
Jessie Clowser left a message on April 1, 2023:
In memory of James “Doc” Marion Clowser, Sr., Jessie Clowser lit a candle
Janet dailey puffinburger left a message on April 1, 2023:
So sorry for your loss Dorothy sending love and hugs
Linda J. Sigler left a message on April 1, 2023:
Marion is one of my favorite cousins. I remember him having a motorcycle and he gave me my first ride when I was probably about 10 or 12. He was a gentle soul, but loved to tease me about boys when I was very young. He was a wonderful son, brother, husband, father and grandfather. A great guy to know. He will be missed by me and many others, but always in our hearts and our memories.
Eliza Brode left a message on March 31, 2023:
Sending my Love and Condolences to the family.
Judy Clowser Yancey left a message on March 31, 2023:
Fly high, Marion. Say love you to Mom and Daddy.?❤
Connie Burke left a message on March 31, 2023:
With my Deepest Sympathy to the Clowser Family.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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