Richard Kelley Clarahan
Died: Apr 20, 2013
Richard Kelley Clarahan, age 85, of Hackettstown died Saturday, April 20, 2013 at Paragon Village Asst. Living of Hackettstown, NJ. Mr. Clarahan was born December 29, 1927 in St. Louis, MO. He is the son of the late Leo E. and the late Ethel (Kelley) Clarahan. Richard was also predeceased by his wife Martha (Gross) Clarahan in April of 2008.
He was employed by Norfolk and Southern Railroad, New York City, NY as a National Sales Manager for many years before retiring. Richard enjoyed an active participation in his parishes throughout his life. He was a Eucharistic Minister, gifted lector for St. Basil the Great and a member of the Knights of Columbus, Dushore, Pa. Richard served as secretary of the Eagles’ Mere Golf and Country Club; the Lion’s Club both of Eagles Mere, PA and was on the board of Victim Services in Sullivan County, PA.
Richard was an avid golfer. As a young man, he won many prizes for the family and made his first hole-in-one at the age of 62.
The most important part of Richard’s life though, was the “love of his Irish Heart”, Martha.
He is survived by 5 daughters; Susan Benoit and husband Paul, Mary Layton, Marjorie Blevins, Lisa Alarcon and husband Robert, Martha Jane Method and husband Jason 4 sons; Michael Clarahan and wife Rebecca, Richard Clarahan and wife Susan, Robert Clarahan and wife Theresa, Steven Clarahan; 1 sister; Doris Johnson; 18 grandchildren and 6 great grandchildren. He showered all of them with love and guided them to his greatest joy, God his Father.
There will be no visitation. A funeral Mass will be held on Monday, April 22 at 10 am at St. Mary’s R.C. Church of the Assumption, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
Burial will be in Sacred Heart Cemetery, LaPorte, PA following the mass.
For those desiring, donations may be made to Home Instead Senior Care, Washington, NJ or either parish, St. Mary’s Church of the Assumption, Hackettstown, NJ or his daily mass parish, Our Lady of the Mountain, Schooley’s Mountain Rd., Long Valley, NJ where he received both love and joy.
Condolences:
The Pozo and Binz Family
#10
April 26th, 2013 7:50 pm
Dear Lisa, Bob and family,
Our heartfelt sympathy for all as we know how well your father was cared for in your loving home and how much he was loved you by the girls and you both. Now we have even more angels caring for what needs to be done and to watch over us all. Warm wishes and embrace to all of you during this great loss. Cessie, Bill, Eric, Owen, Kristina, Yolanda, Wilma, Paul, Alyssa, Nick & Christine
Paul Skeen
#9
April 24th, 2013 3:21 pm
I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Clarahan's passing. I always remember how kind Mr. and Mrs. Clarahan were and how welcome they always made me feel whenever I came around to play with Steve. My thoughts are with all of you all and you will be in our prayers.Paul Skeen
Donna Method
#8
April 23rd, 2013 11:55 pm
To the family of Richard (Dick) Clarahan,
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of you. What a wonderful man, devoted husband, father and grandfather. It meant so much when Jane would tell me whenever she visited her Dad he asked about me.
May he rest in peace.
Donna Method
Rhyan Mulrane
#7
April 23rd, 2013 2:26 pm
Papa you always brought a smile to everyone you met. I will always remember our special moments together in PA and coming to live with us in NJ. I just married a wonderful irish man so I know you are smiling down saying way to go RHYGUY. I love that I have a special angel looking down on me now. You will always be in my heart and Im glad you are at peace with your wonderful irish bride Mimi.
Love Always Your
RhyGuy
Katie (O'Connor) Elko
#6
April 21st, 2013 3:55 pm
My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you. I have wonderful memories of your Field Days as a kid through Kevin's friendship with Steve. I'm sure your dad is ecstatic to be reunited with Mrs. C. and is smiling down on all of you, and what a bright smile he always had! He'll be with you always now along with your mother until, as our faith promises, you meet again. They are additional angels above watching over the Clarahan Clan!
Judi (Irons) Berry
#5
April 21st, 2013 12:14 pm
The picture says it all. Irish to the core through the good and the bad this man stayed true to the loving husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, that he was to be. A man of Faith. His hugs were always tight and that smile so so bright :) I wonder if they have garlic in heaven? I remember growing up and watching him faithful eat the garlic, YUCK!!! I will miss my name being called in that Irish tone "Judi,Judi,Judi"
Love Ya Pops - Give big hug to Moms
Big hugs to the Clarahan Gang and extended family - Miss you guys - Judi
Greg and Allison Trevor
#4
April 21st, 2013 10:14 am
We enjoyed meeting Mr. Clarahan at his home in Pennsylvania and also at Jane and Jason's home and church in Bordentown. It is clear he and his wife's legacy is of faith-filled children and grandchildren.
O God, who hast commanded us to honor our father and our mother; in Thy mercy have pity on the soul of this father, and forgive him his trespasses; and make his children to see him again in the joy of everlasting brightness. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Barb Deane & Tina Essler
#3
April 20th, 2013 4:16 pm
What a wonderful legacy your mother & father left this world....their children & future generations! Susan, we see so much of you in your father's picture, the smile, the laughing Irish eyes..aye, lass, you are blessed. May the Good Lord wrap His loving arms around your father and your family as he journeys into the heavenly kingdom.
Erin Alarcon
#2
April 20th, 2013 4:07 pm
Papa, you put a smile on every face you came into contact with and most importantly on that of my Mom. I feel so lucky that I got to see you every time I came home for the last four years. Your pride in your family proves how much you loved us! Give Mimi a big hug for me! Love, Erin Katydid
Kevin & Lenee O'Neill
#1
April 20th, 2013 3:06 pm
It was both an honor and joy to know Richard Clarahan. He had a smiling heart that everyone could see and feel. He will be missed by his many friends and loving family. Our prayers and thoughts are with Richard and the beautiful family he and Martha raised.
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