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Clarence
2021
Clarence Delbert Bliss
July 24, 1937 — February 3, 2021
Clarence Delbert Bliss of Potosi, Missouri was born on July 24, 1937 in Potosi, a son to the late Clarence Elbert Bliss and the late Etta Marie (Dotson) Bliss. Delbert departed this life on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 having reached the age of 83 years, 6 months, and 10 days.
On November 28, 1959 Delbert was united in marriage to Mary Frances Minx and they shared 55 years together. Delbert was a longtime member at Pleasant Hill Christian Church. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from May 25, 1955 to December 31, 1958. Delbert was a very active man. He enjoyed running and exercising. Delbert never let the circumstances of his illness keep him from doing what he was passionate about.
Delbert’s memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him including his three children: Dawn Risher and husband Bill, Delbert Lee Bliss and wife Chung Hui, and Bryan Bliss; four grandchildren: Kevin Petterson and wife Mary, Daniel Risher, Salina Bliss and husband Eric Rohr, and Justin Bliss; one great-grandchild, Isla Rohr; In-Laws: Betty Bobo, James Minx, and Ruth Winkleman. Delbert will also be missed by nieces, nephews, his church family and dear friends.
In addition to his father and mother, Delbert was proceeded in death by his loving wife, Mary Frances Bliss on January 2, 2015; and two sisters: Marlene Bliss and Virginia Rankins.
**For the health and safety of all, FACE MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED, per family request** In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to a local food pantry.
A Graveside Service will be held on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at 2 pm held at Pleasant Hill Christian Church Cemetery. Pastor Trevor Kean will officiate the service.
Funeral arrangements by DeClue Funeral Home.
On November 28, 1959 Delbert was united in marriage to Mary Frances Minx and they shared 55 years together. Delbert was a longtime member at Pleasant Hill Christian Church. He proudly served his country in the United States Air Force from May 25, 1955 to December 31, 1958. Delbert was a very active man. He enjoyed running and exercising. Delbert never let the circumstances of his illness keep him from doing what he was passionate about.
Delbert’s memory will be cherished by all who knew and loved him including his three children: Dawn Risher and husband Bill, Delbert Lee Bliss and wife Chung Hui, and Bryan Bliss; four grandchildren: Kevin Petterson and wife Mary, Daniel Risher, Salina Bliss and husband Eric Rohr, and Justin Bliss; one great-grandchild, Isla Rohr; In-Laws: Betty Bobo, James Minx, and Ruth Winkleman. Delbert will also be missed by nieces, nephews, his church family and dear friends.
In addition to his father and mother, Delbert was proceeded in death by his loving wife, Mary Frances Bliss on January 2, 2015; and two sisters: Marlene Bliss and Virginia Rankins.
**For the health and safety of all, FACE MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED, per family request** In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations to a local food pantry.
A Graveside Service will be held on Sunday, February 7, 2021 at 2 pm held at Pleasant Hill Christian Church Cemetery. Pastor Trevor Kean will officiate the service.
Funeral arrangements by DeClue Funeral Home.
To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Clarence Delbert Bliss, please visit our flower store.
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