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Richard Clevenger Obituary

Richard Lee Clevenger, 62, departed this life on Dec-ember 4th, at his home in Los Angeles, CA.

He attended Mitchell High School and lived the

majority of his life in Colorado Springs, Colorado and Lincoln, Nebraska. He had recently moved to Los

Angeles where his daughter took care of him as his health began to decline.

Colorado will always be home to him. He was a father, son, brother and friend. Rick loved the

mountains, baseball, fishing, dogs, music, movies and antiques. He was full of fun facts, enjoyed telling stories and having a good time. Pheasant hunting was his

favorite winter pastime and he loved his friends and making them laugh. He was a wonderful father who loved his daughters more than anything. He was a one of a kind, remarkable human who was loved by many.

Authentic, loving,

charismatic, generous and full of life until the very end; he is survived by his mother, Martha Clevenger; His two siblings Mark and Lori; His Daughters Ericka and

Alyson Clevenger and his grandson Henry Egger.

"If you see me gettin'

smaller, I'm leavin'.

Don't be grievin', just gotta get away from here.

If you see me gettin' smaller, don't worry,

I'm in no hurry.

I've got the right to

disappear." -

Waylon Jennings

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Gazette on Dec. 11, 2016.

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Michelle

December 5, 2023

I still miss Rick - especially on opening day of baseball. We snuck into a World Series game one year - one of my favorite memories

John Hunter

January 4, 2017

The world just got a little less fun. I can't believe your gone! I have such wonderful memories of your zest for life. Happy Trails Rick!

Michelle Coulter

January 3, 2017

I miss my friend - so many great memories and always when I think of Rick I smile.

Ericka Clevenger

December 16, 2016

Rick was my dad. A hole will forever be in my heart. I love and miss you everyday.

Connie Bair

December 14, 2016

Goodbye for now, my friend. Will always remember our times together. See you in eternity. Much love ❤

Patti Kryzanowski

December 14, 2016

Rick was a friend in HS..have a safe journey to the next adventure Rick

Watch for this bird, they are said to be gifts, or message's from our loved one. It is true.

La Von Hummel

December 12, 2016

Never knew him. But knowing you and what are, I know he gave the world a
incredible beautiful gift.

Johanna Sweat

December 11, 2016

This is not the end. I'll see you again.

Ron Wilson

December 11, 2016

A great friend from back in the day.

Steve Hartman

December 11, 2016

Rick you left us way to soon you always kept me laughing I will always remember you this way,it takes a special person to make people laugh and smile ,you were that person so long my friend until we meet again

Jim Docteur

December 11, 2016

He was a good man and one of my best friends. He will be missed by all who knew him. Farewell, Rick.

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