John Patrick Clune
February 29, 1940 - September 01, 2013
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John Patrick Clune
February 29, 1940 - September 01, 2013
Obituary
John Patrick Clune, Jr., age 73, a resident of Lake Forest, CA, born on February 29, 1940 in Gary, Indiana, died suddenly at home on September 1, 2013 of heart disease. John is survived by his wife of 46 years, Cindy Clune, son John Patrick Clune III, daughter Erin Lord (Joey Lord), three grandchildren Shannon Clune, Kaylin Lord and Ryan Lord, mother Eleanor Clune of Bradenton, FL, sisters Eleanor Clune and Mary Kay Clune, brothers Terry Clune, Tom Clune and Jim Clune and many friends. John built his life around his family and friends and he will be greatly missed.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held on Friday, September 6, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. at O’Connor Mortuary, Laguna Hills, CA. A private family memorial will also be held at a later date in Bradenton, FL for the entire Clune family.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Heart Association in John’s memory.
27 responses to John Patrick Clune
Mary Castorena says:
September 6, 2013
Gimme a beat!!!
Ray Yoder says:
September 7, 2013
I worked with John for the last 8 years. He drove for the Honda dealership and I drive for the VW dealership next door. Got to admit, I’ve shed a few tears thinking about how close we became over those 8 years. Going to miss you ole’ buddy. My sincere condolences go out to his family and friends.
Barb Stone says:
September 8, 2013
Dear Cindy, John & Erin,
Words cannot express how sad we are at losing our dear friend John. It’s hard to put all the words on paper but for the past 30+ years, just talking to him put a smile on our faces. He was the most consistent and supportive friend that anyone could possible have and it is hard to believe that we won’t get to listen to all of his wonderful stories about life any longer. We feel fortunate that Barb & Jill got to spend some fun time with him last Friday and he will be in our thoughts forever. We are sending hugs to all of you and our thoughts and prayers hope to give you strength. Love,
Barb, Bob & Jill
Todd Stone says:
September 8, 2013
Cindy John and Erin,
I am sitting here just shaking my head and wondering how to even begin to express the loss Mel and I feel. John , to me was like an Uncle. We shared as familes, good times, bad times, serious times and A LOT of funny times. I know for me, I won’t look at a bottle of ketchup without chuckling, see anything about Notre Dame withouth smiling and thinking about John, or seeing how and umpire made a call in a baseball game, that John would have done that better. The joy the whole Clune family has given our family is a testimonial for the type of lessons taught by this good friend. Somtimes John never had to say anything and you knew what he was thinking. I attached a picture from my wedding a few years ago that I’ve really enjoyed. I’ll miss those pats on the back. Melanie and I want you to know that we are here for the three of you if you need anything.
Love you,
Todd & Melanie
DEBBIE says:
September 9, 2013
Lit a candle in memory of John Patrick Clune