Rodger Clevish completed his life journey here on Earth on Wednesday, Oct. 2, 2013. He was 70 years of age. Rodger was born in Everett, Wash. on Nov. 6, 1942 to Earl and Ruth Marion Clevish. He grew up in the Everett area.
As a young boy, Rodger’s first job was delivering newspapers for the Everett Herald. He later worked for Simpson Lee Mill and went on to retire from Rubatino Waste Management. He then became a convenience store owner/operator managing Machias Grocery in Snohomish and then Bailey’s Corner Market on Whidbey Island. He once again retired, only to return to work for McBride Fencing Company and become a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity.
Rodger recently received a certificate from President Obama for his dedicated service to Habitat for Humanity. He also spent many years as an Everett Jaycees Clown as well as a Radio 123 Clown touring and performing in numerous parades and benefits supporting children. He was a member of the Teamsters Union, The Degree of Honor Hall, Rod and Gun Club and the Fraternal Order of Eagles.
Rodger is survived by three daughters: Michelle Clevish, of Stanwood, Wash; Melinda (Ron) Smith, of Sedro Woolley, Wash.; and Deann (Tony) Posey, of Stanwood, Wash; and a stepdaughter Gidget (Shane) Green, of Lake Stevens, Wash. Also surviving is his partner in life Christl Barnett and her family — daughter Charise Mellow and partner James Nekala, from Clinton, and son Jim Woodard, of Valejo, Calif. In addition, Rodger is survived by nine grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents and granddaughter Bobbie-Jo Parrish.
In keeping with Rodger’s wishes, he was cremated with his remains being placed next to his parents at Cypress Lawn Memorial Park in Everett, Wash.
In remembrance of their selfless, sincere, and dedicated care, memorials may be sent to Whidbey General Hospital CCU/Cancer Care, 101 N. Main St., Coupeville, Wash. or Enso House 6339 Wahl Road, Freeland, Wash. 98249.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Wallin Funeral Home & Cremation. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories and offer condolences on their website at
www.wallinfuneralhome.com
