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 It is with great regret and
sorrow that I must notify you of the death of our classmate, Jerry Clements, on
June 19, 2024, in Dallas, TX.
Jerry is survived by his
daughter, Cristin Miller, and her husband, Brad; his son, Stephen, and his wife,
Hope; his son, Jud, and his wife, Helen; his grandchildren, Cole Miller, Carson
Cone and her husband Luke, Z Clements, Camden Miller, Hank Clements, Hallie
Clements, Charlie Clements, and Sarah Cate Clements; and his great
granddaughter, Hensley Carlisle Cone. He was predeceased by his wife, Pam,
who died on December 20, 2023, and their son, Sean.
Jerry was buried in Dallas
National Cemetery.
Condolences may be sent to
Stephen Clements, 3928 Regent Circle, Dallas, TX 75229.
The family has requested
that donations in Jerry's memory be sent to St. Rita Catholic Church, 12521
Inwood Road, Dallas, TX 75244.
Well done, Jerry. Be
thou at peace.
Remembrances:
Class
Memorial Pages/H-2 Jerry Clements.pdf
Obituaries:
Gerard Henry Clements
June 22, 1939 - June 19, 2024
 Gerard “Jerry” Henry Clements, known affectionately as “Moon”, passed
away on June 19, 2024. Born on June 22, 1939 in Long Island, NY, he was
the eldest son of Helen and Henry Clements. He graduated from the
prestigious Chaminade High School where he excelled in both academics
and sports; in fact, Jerry was the #1 football recruit from the state of
New York and was awarded and accepted an accommodation to attend the
United States Military Academy at West Point. He also excelled as a
cadet and student athlete at West Point; he was a four year letterman in
both track and field and in his favorite sport, football. He started at
offensive left tackle during all four years at West Point and blocked
for Pete Dawkins, the 1958 Heisman Trophy winner, on the last undefeated
West Point team in 1958.
After his graduation in 1961, He was stationed at Schofield Barracks,
Hawaii with the 25th Infantry Division where he trained and was accepted
as an Army Ranger. He proudly served for three years. He would survive
two tours in Vietnam and was awarded the Air Medal Award for his single
acts of heroism while performing his duties in aerial flight for the US
Army Air Force. During his army service, Jerry met the love of his life,
Pamela Oswalt who happened to be visiting Hawaii during her college
years. Soon after, they would marry on June 27, 1963 in her hometown of
Abilene and then settle into their new hometown of Dallas, Texas.
Together they built a life rich in love and laughter and their union of
60 years blessed them with four children. Jerry attended and graduated
SMU Law school in 1967. He practiced as a solo practitioner for over 60
years. His legal career was characterized by a meticulous dedication to
his craft, serving his clients with astute attention to detail and care.
Not only was Jerry a loving and devoted husband to Pam, he was an
incredibly devoted and attentive father to his children and
grandchildren. His family was the cornerstone of his life. He was always
on the sidelines of any athletic event cheering his children and
grandchildren on, no matter rain or shine; we all knew he was going to
be there in the stands or on the sideline. He was the most proud and
happiest when he was with his family. His faith and devotion to the
Catholic church was also so admirable. He was a member of St. Rita
Catholic church for over sixty years and there was never a week during
which he missed mass! He was an avid reader, crossword aficionado,
amateur photographer; collector of rare coins and stamps and a deft
gardener to name just a few of his hobbies.
Jerry is survived by his sibling Lorraine Clements and three children
and their spouses; Cristin and Brad Miller of Houston, Texas; Stephen
and Hope Clements of Dallas, Texas; and Jud and Helen Clements of
Dallas, Texas. Jerry “Moon” adored his grandchildren and is also
survived by them - Cole Miller; Carson Miller Cone (married to Luke Cone
of Houston, Texas), Z Clements, Camden Miller, Hank Clements, Hallie
Clements, Charlie Clements, and Sarah Cate Clements. Jerry was blessed
to have met his first great grandchild, Hensley Carlisle Cone (daughter
of Luke and Carson Miller Cone). He leaves behind a legacy of love,
commitment to family and faith, as well as cherished memories with his
children and grandchildren.
Jerry is preceded in death by his parents; his devoted wife Pam; his son
Sean Clements; and his brothers, Richard and Robert and his sister,
Diane.
The family extends gratitude for the outpouring of love and support,
especially acknowledging his attentive and compassionate caregivers
Caroline, Sarah, Catherine, Seletha and Cindy.
He will be laid to rest on June 27, 2024 at Dallas National Cemetery
with a short service to honor his life. He will be remembered as a
loving father, grandfather and friend and the warmth of his company will
be deeply missed by all who knew him. His was a life well lived, full of
purpose, joy and an abundance of love and his legacy will continue to
inspire all who knew him.
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