ST. LOUIS -- Franklin Clipper, 71, of Portage, Mich., formerly of St. Louis, passed away Feb. 23, 2007, in Kalamazoo, Mich. He was the father of Chris "Clipper" Martin.
According to Clipper's wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial Mass was celebrated in Kalamazoo at St. Monica Catholic Church. A memorial Mass will be celebrated in St. Louis at a later date.
Redmond Funeral Home, 4100 S. Westnedge Ave., Kalamazoo, Mich., 49008, (269) 343-6156, is in charge of arrangements.
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