Clarence Ekstrom

April 7, 1920 - February 21, 2016
Clarence Ekstrom

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Clarence T. Ekstrom, 95, of Hendersonville went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, February 21, 2016 at Carolina Village Medical Center. A native of Chicago, IL, he had resided in Henderson County for 37 years. He was a son of the late Nels and Otilia Anderson Ekstrom. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Lois Ekstrom in 2009; infant daughter, Diane Ekstrom; grandson, Eric T. Stricker, granddaughter, Janene Shaw, brothers Augie, Eddie and Harry, and sister Gladys Kubalunis.

He is survived by his daughters, Carol Lee Stricker of Chicago, IL and Judith Ann Shaw and her husband Bill of Russellville, AR; son, Paul C. Ekstrom and his wife Lori of Bloomfield Hills, MI; grandchildren, Ryan Stricker, Russell Shaw and Elizabeth Ekstrom, sisters Grace Sward and Edna Dickey, and numerous nieces and nephews.

Clarence received a BS in architectural and structural engineering from the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana. He was employed for many years as a project manager and structural engineer for James McHugh Construction in Chicago. While there, he was the project manager for the famed Marina City.

He served the country as a member of the Navy during WWII and was honorably discharged following his service. Clarence was a member of First Baptist Church Hendersonville where he served as a Sunday School teacher for the two and three year olds for over 22 years. He loved to garden and play golf. Clarence always put God and family first and yet he was extremely successful in business. He and his late wife were able to see much of the World during their years of traveling.

A memorial service with military honors will be held at 2pm on Saturday, March 5, 2016 in the chapel of Shuler Funeral Home. The Reverend Steve Scoggins will officiate. The family will receive friends for one hour prior to the service from 1-2pm.  A reception will be held at Carolina Village following the service.

Memorial contributions in honor of Clarence may be made to Crosswalk, a ministry of First Baptist Church Hendersonville, by CLICKING Here.


Service

Saturday, March 5, 2016
12:00 AM

Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home - Directions
125 Orrs Camp Road
Hendersonville, NC 28792

Visitation

Saturday, March 5, 2016
12:00 AM - 12:00 AM

Kirby Memorial Chapel of Shuler Funeral Home - Directions
125 Orrs Camp Road
Hendersonville, NC 28792

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  • February 25, 2016
    Barb & Lee Share says:
    Carol, How fondly we remember "Bumpa"! How he loved you and the boys!! Your parents visit was always a highlight to the neighborhood, and he was always right out there playing ball, running along side while they learned to ride bikes and smiling! I remember all those things and always his kind words. A true gentleman! We send our deepest condolences and are so glad you were there with him during his transition.

  • February 25, 2016
    Joan Whitman says:
    Dear Carol and family, So sorry for your loss. He so loved you all, his children and grandchildren and lived a rich full life. What a blessing for you to have had these last weeks with him. I have recollections of your Dad at Lorimer starting 60+ years ago. It was always fun 'sharing' our birthdays on April 7. He was always a gentleman and great encourager. Cherish your memories. Love you.

  • February 25, 2016
    Tom Ekstrom says:
    My Uncle Clare was an amazing man who always inspired me with his glowing personality and gentle demeanor. His love for the small children was always evident, in fact my own children and grandchildren still recall songs that he taught them with wonderful memories. Perhaps above all, he was a man of God and it was extremely obvious to all of us that knew and loved him. I know he has already experienced the grandeur of his place in heaven and I look ahead with great confidence that one day we will meet again. Peace to Carol, Judy and Paul and their families.

  • February 25, 2016
    Linda Schnake says:
    Dear Carol, Judy and Paul, I grieve with you for your Dad. Clare was a wonderful person. He was a man of God and served His Savior for many years. He touched many lives including all of us in my family. Clare and Lois showered us with love and encouragement. I always knew their prayers were with us. I remember the fun times at their home in South Holland and being with all three of you.

  • February 26, 2016
    Tracy Stevenson (McGowan) says:
    Many condolences from my family to yours....sending many hugs and kisses from Chicago tonight. Miss everyone very much!!! Love, Tracy, Paityn, and Camden