Clinton R. Rupert

Clinton R. Rupert, son of the late Clinton Armond Rupert and Shirley Lorraine (Wanamaker) Rupert Green, was born May 1, 1949 in Fountain Hill, Pennsylvania. As a young boy, Clinton grew up in Slatington, Pennsylvania where he attended school. He was drafted into the United States Army in 1969 and spent the next 22 years in the military. He served in Vietnam and served his country faithfully until his honorable discharge in 1990. On April 4, 1970, Clinton was united in marriage to the love of his life, Rosemarie Elizabeth Vasarab in Danielvilles, Pennsylvania. They shared over 42 years of marriage together and were blessed with two daughters: Tina and Michele. Clinton and the family moved to the Fort Leonard Wood / Waynesville area in 1985 and after retiring from the military, he began working for the Waynesville R-VI School District as a bus driver. He was promoted to Mechanic/Supervisor in charge of personnel and buses and served in that capacity until his retirement in 2008. Clinton made a very important decision in his life and accepted Jesus Christ as his Savior and was baptized. He began attending Harmony Baptist Church with his daughter Tina and became a faithful member of the church. In his spare time, Clinton enjoyed being outdoors while hunting and fishing. His main hobby in life was collecting trains and old cars. He had a huge train display in his home and everyone enjoyed watching him “drive” his trains. Most importantly, he cherished spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Clinton went home to be with his Lord at 5:54 a.m. Monday, October 22, 2012 in the Select Specialty Hospital of Springfield, Missouri. He had attained the age of 63 years. He will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by all those that knew and loved him. Clinton leaves to cherish his memory his loving wife: Rosemarie Rupert of the home; two daughters: Tina Fortner (Lester) of Waynesville, MO and Michele Reed (Shannon) of Lebanon, MO; four siblings: Rodney Rupert (Bev), Stephen Rupert (Patty), Myrle Pugh (David) and Carol Haydt (Randy) all of Pennsylvania; three grandchildren: Emily Fortner and Lacie and Sarah Reed; several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, Clinton was preceded in death by his step-father, Kenny Green. Memorial services with military honors were held at 7:00 p.m. Thursday, October 25, 2012 in the Memorial Chapels and Crematory with Rev. Dwain Carter officiating. The songs “Go Rest High on that Mountain” and “Blessings” were played. Soloist Jeremy Coffelt sang “Amazing Grace, My Chains Are Gone”. Military honors were provided by the United States Army of Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

Clinton R. Rupert

May 1, 1949 - October 22, 2012