Clarence Shearer

Clarence J. Shearer age 90, of Girard, passed Monday, March 19, 2018 at the Soldiers and Sailors home in Erie.

He was born in Erie, on September 11^th, 1927, the son of the late John and Chlorice (Brosius) Shearer.

Clarence served in the 511^th Parachute Infantry of the United Sates Army during WWII.

He retired as a semi-truck driver from GE in Erie. He enjoyed ceramics, playing bingo and working on puzzles.  He was a member of the Episcopal Cathedral of St. Paul in Erie.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Don and Clyde Shearer and one sister, Rose Lydic.

He is survived by his wife Jeanette M. Shearer; his two sons, David J. Shearer of Waterford and Patrick A. Shearer of Millcreek; three daughters, Sharon H. Jones and husband John of Lake City, Jacqueline J. Fosters of Lake City and Patricia L. Marks and husband Jerry of McKean.  Clarence is further survived by fifteen grandchildren; many great grandchildren; several nieces and nephews, and many good friends at Soldier’s and Sailor’s Home.

Friends may call at the Burton Girard Funeral Home, 525 Main Street East on Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8pm. and may attend services there Thursday at 11am, with Rev. Kathleen Zigenhiem officiating. Inurnment to follow in Girard Cemetery with full Military Honors.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Soldier’s and Sailor’s Home, 560 E. 3^rd St., Erie PA 16507. Send condolences at www.BurtonFuneralHome.com.