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Richard “Rick” A. Clowser

Date of Death: January 6, 2019

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South Chapel
1260 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
Thursday 1/10, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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South Chapel
1260 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
Friday 1/11, 1:00 pm

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Friday 1/11

Richard A. Clowser

Richard “Rick” Alan Clowser, age 75, of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019 in Hospice of the Panhandle, Kearneysville, West Virginia.
Mr. Clowser was born in 1943, in Chillicothe, Ohio, the son of the late Franklin K. and Sadie A. Clowser. He was a graduate of Patterson High School in Baltimore, Maryland and a member of Grace Free Will Baptist Church. Rick was a veteran during the Vietnam War serving in the U. S. Army achieving the rank of SP4. He received the National Defense Service Medal and the Vietnam Service Medal. Rick was a meat cutter in Winchester, Virginia, retiring in 1994. He loved playing guitar, keyboard, writing songs and shared his musical talent by volunteering his time at many local nursing homes and the Senior Center of Charles Town. He enjoyed riding his Harley, fishing in years past, and spending time with his grandkids.
Rick married Sandra “Sandy” Jean Keister on January 19, 1974 in Baltimore, Maryland.
In addition to his wife, Sandy, Rick is survived by his son, Dennis A. Clowser (Julena), of Fredericksburg, Virginia; daughter-in-law, Rosetta Clowser; grandchildren, Kaelan, Dylan, Kyra, Alyssa, Madison, Ava, and Kaiden; sisters-in-law, Ida Ryckman, Joyce Dorsey (Gerald), and Brenda Keister; brother-in-law, Eugene Lockette; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Preceding him in death is a son, Gerald A. Clowser; sisters, Lois Kammer and Shirley Lockette; brothers, Wayne Clowser and Larry Clowser; and brothers-in-law, Presley Collins, George Collins, David Keister, John Kammer, and Paul Ryckman.
A gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday, from 6:00 until 8:00 pm at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel, 1260 Front Royal Pike, Winchester, VA 22602.
A funeral service will be conducted on Friday at 1:00 pm at Omps Funeral Home, South Chapel with Rev. Jimmy Williams officiating. Interment with military honors will follow in Shenandoah Memorial Park, Winchester, Virginia.
Pallbearers will be Kaelan Smith, Dylan Clowser, Josh Keister, Adam Harrison, Seth King, Paul Errett, and Mark Wilson.
Please view obituary and tribute wall at www.ompsfuneralhome.com

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Visitation
South Chapel
1260 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
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Thursday 1/10, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
South Chapel
1260 Front Royal Pike
Winchester, VA 22602
Map
Friday 1/11, 1:00 pm
Cemetery
Location Not Available
Friday 1/11

Richard A. Clowser Richard “Rick” Alan Clowser, age 75, of Harpers Ferry, West Virginia passed away on Sunday, January 6, 2019 in Hospice of the Panhandle, Kearneysville, West Virginia. Mr. Clowser was born in 1943, in Chillicothe, Ohio, the son of the late Franklin K. and Sadie A. Clowser. He was a graduate of PattersonContinue Reading

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Judy Grace left a message on January 11, 2019:
I'm glad that I got to see you in the hospital & that I was able to tell you how much I appreciated you and was honored to call you DAD. I will cherish the memories.
Ronnie Beaudway left a message on January 9, 2019:
I thank God for the opportunity to have known Rick. I came to know him through our common love for Harley-Davidson motorcycles. I first met Rick when he came to our shop for some repair work on his motorcycle. I soon learned of his love for music and his history as the lead guitar player for Ronnie Dove. I have been to many events where Ronnie Dove performed and was thrilled to learn of Rick's involvement that dates back to the sixties. Rick would come to visit often in the earlier part of the day and we would share stories over hot fresh coffee. He would come through the door and say do you have any scunge brewing. Often he would bring his guitar and we would have music with our coffee. I came to love Rick as my brother. I'm heartbroken and miss him terribly. I Can Only Imagine the loss his family and other friends are feeling. I send my condolences to his wife Sandy and all family members. I pray for your peace that goes beyond all understanding. I am also thankful for Rick's service to our wonderful country in the United States Army. Rick you will not be forgotten. I LOVE you brother.
John Cardenas left a message on January 9, 2019:
My deepest sympathies and thoughts are for the Family and Dennis.
Trevor,Jarrett,and Andy Andrews left a message on January 9, 2019:
Rick accepted me into his family with so much love when I married his niece.He was one of the nicest,funny,loving men I've had the honor to get to know.We will miss him deeply ,but we know he's with the Lord now and can rejoice in the happiness.
Shari Martin left a message on January 9, 2019:
I had the honor to sing with Rick many times at Victory Freewill Baptist Church. I will miss his voice. My prayers to Sandy and family.
Peace of mind is a call away. We're here when you need us most.
Gaynell howard left a message on January 8, 2019:
Rest and smile on in heaven Rick, please give my mom mom a big hug from me❤
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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