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Barbara Clemmons Obituary
Barbara M. Clemmons, 91
Born and raised in Chicago and lived in Lockport for many years before becoming a resident of Downers Grove. Retired 33 year employee for the State of Illinois Industrial Commission.
Barbara loved crossword puzzles, reading, texting her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Most of all, she cherished spending time with her family.
Preceded in death by her husband, Ralph A. Clemmons; son, Mark A. Clemmons; parents, Adam and Yadwiga Godlanski; sister, Dorothy Bowen; daughter-in-law, Susan Clemmons
Survived by her children, Karen (late Gary) Ulman, Ralph (Jeannine) Clemmons and Deborah (James) Weaver; daughter-in-law, Donna Clemmons; grandchildren, Craig (Caryn) Bridges, Jamie (Alyssa) Clemmons, Scott (Tracy Braglia) Clemmons, Andrew (Nicki Olson) Clemmons, Claire (Justin Matkovich) Drews, Jane (Casey Stuth) Drews, Ashley and Nicholas Clemmons; great-grandchildren, Faith and Luke Bridges, Jailee and Teegan Clemmons, Colin Keener, Kingston and Brooklyn Clemmons and Gunner Charles Clemmons; many nieces and nephews.
Memorials appreciated to the charity of your choice in Barbara's memory.
Cremation Rites have been respectfully addressed. Arrangements by O'NEIL FUNERAL HOME 1105 E. 9th St., Lockport, IL. 815-838-5010 or www.oneilfuneralhome.com
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Deborah Weaver
June 27, 2025
Not sure how to navigate life without you, Marmee....
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Debbie Prepelica
June 26, 2025
With deepest sympathy on your loss.
Phil De Luca Jr
June 22, 2025
Karen , Ralph , Debbie
My deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom
My heart goes out to you all , Remember the good times You all had as a family Growing up and raising your own families and Calling mom for advice She is at peace now and in a better place, My Prayers for you all
Phil (Buzzy) De Luca Jr ,from Clearing
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