Austin Clover

The funeral service for Austin Lee Clover, 16, Baldwin City, KS, will be held at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence, KS.  Burial will follow in the Memorial Park Cemetery in Lawrence.  He died on Thursday, February 11th at his home near Baldwin.

He was born on January 10, 1994 in Lawrence, KS, the son of Ricky Lee Clover and Christina LeVier.

Austin was a sophomore at Baldwin High School and was a two-sport letterman in baseball and soccer. He was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He loved animals and enjoyed spending time with his friends.

Survivors include his father and mom (Sissy), Ricky and Carrie Clover, of the home, his mother, Christina Clover-Johnson, of Salina, KS., a brother, Alexander Johnson, of Salina, KS and a sister, Alyssa Johnson, of Salina, KS.  Other survivors include: his paternal grandparents, Kenneth Lee and Jackie Clover, of Lawrence, his maternal grandmother, Cynthia Kay Arnold, of Salina, KS, his maternal great grandparents, Kenneth Snyder of Osawatomie, KS, Patricia Watkins, of Lawrence, KS, and three uncles; Mike (wife, Beth) Clover, Brad (wife, Melissa) Clover and Randy Clover.  He was preceded in death by a sister, Ashley Clover in 1993.

The family will greet friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday, February 16, 2010 at Warren-McElwain Mortuary in Lawrence.

The family suggests memorials in his name to the Baldwin High School Athletic Department for the Baseball and Soccer programs and may be sent in care of the mortuary. 
 

There will be a gathering after the funeral and burial from 5-7 p.m at the First United Methodist Church (8th and Grove) in Baldwin City.  

22 Condolences

  1. Brent & Margaret Sloan on February 13, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Words cannot express our sorrow at your loss.



  2. Gary & Nina Blindt on February 13, 2010 at 12:00 am

    So sorry to hear about this tragedy that you are having to deal with. We have a small idea of what you may be going through as we lost Jesse 6 yrs ago now in a tragic accident.
    There isn’t a day that goes by that we are not reminded of him.
    We will be praying for you all.



  3. Alpha & Rick Evans on February 13, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our Deepest sympathy to the family.
    No words can really help the sorrow your feeling at this time.
    But as long as you remember Austin in your heart he will never be forgoten.



  4. Tareena Evans on February 13, 2010 at 12:00 am

    I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Your family will be in my prayers as you go through this journey. Austin will be in everyone’s hearts forever. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for your family during this time. Your friends and family are here for you!



  5. david d, brown on February 14, 2010 at 12:00 am

    For the family of Austin: I do not know you or your family but reading of your loss overwhelmed me with sadness, may the great spirit keep you strong in your loss.

    much love
    david d. brown



  6. The Wallace Family on February 14, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our entire family is deeply saddened by your loss. Austin was a buddy of one of our sons and played soccer for many years with Dustin. We are praying for your family and offer our most sincere condolences.



  7. Steve Corbett on February 14, 2010 at 12:00 am

    I was very saddened to hear of your loss. If there is anything I can do for you please don’t hesitate to ask.



  8. Angela (Dover) Jones Family on February 14, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers. We send our deepest sympathies to all of you.



  9. The Wallace Family on February 14, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our entire family is deeply saddened by your loss. Austin was a buddy of one of our sons and played soccer for many years with Dustin. We are praying for your family and offer our most sincere condolences.



  10. Diana Boyd-Reynolds on February 15, 2010 at 12:00 am

    We are of course saddened by the death of Austin. We have not seen him for a few years, but have fond memories of spending time with him, his Mother Tina, Grandmother Cindy and brother Alex. We remember his sweet personality, bright eyes, and contagious laugh. He was a delight!
    We will always carry you in our hearts Austin.
    With love, Great Aunt Diana and cousins Jeffrey & Daniel
    Sioux Falls SD



  11. Brandi Campbell McNish on February 15, 2010 at 12:00 am

    My deepest sympathy to the family.No words can help the sadness that you all are feeling.Remember the good times and what he was about and he will remain with you forever.



  12. Toby Ebel on February 15, 2010 at 12:00 am

    I was lucky enough to coach Austin when he played basketball in jr. high. He was a hard worker and intent on learning and becoming a better player. I always appreciated the great attitude he brought to our practices and games. Austin will be greatly missed.



  13. Karen Gieselman on February 15, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Tina, and family:
    We are sorry for your loss, we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
    Karen Gieselman



  14. Jan Brighton & Mike Bogard on February 15, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Mike and I are deeply saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. May God give you Peace and Understanding!
    Mike Bogard & Jan Brighton
    Stephens Real Estate



  15. Lois Mead on February 15, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during these hard days.

    Lois, Angela, and Tony Mead



  16. Karla & Paul Wallace on February 15, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our deepest sympathy. Your family are in our thoughts and prayers.



  17. TED AMBERG on February 16, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our thoughts and prayers are
    with your family. Ricky, if there is anything I can do to help you during this time, please do not hesitate to call me.



  18. Kim & Ethan Johnson on February 16, 2010 at 12:00 am

    We are very sorry to hear of this tragedy. Ethan and I have fond memories of Austin and watching him grow and laugh and live. Nothing we can say will make the pain decrease or the discomfort lessen. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.



  19. Jan Butler and Randy Mott on February 16, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Ricky and Carry,
    Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Austin was a very special person. If there is anything we can do, please let us know.



  20. Barb & Brad Karr on February 16, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Ricky & Carrie, we are so sorry for your loss. Austin was a really nice kid and was thought of fondly by us. Your thoughts are with you & your family during this very rough time.



  21. Tom & Loraine Montoya on February 16, 2010 at 12:00 am

    We are so sorry about your loss. May God strengthen you and comfort you in this moment, and the days to come. Our hearts and prayers go out to you.



  22. Jeff and Susan Julian on February 17, 2010 at 12:00 am

    Our deepest sympathy to all of you, may God hold you in his arms and give you comfort, strength, and grace.



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