
Ronald E. Clapham Sr.
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Ronald E. Clapham, SR., 78, passed away June 23, 2021 at High Pointe Hospice House in Haverhill with his family by his side.
Born in Ipswich, MA, he was the son of the late Stanley E. and Natalie F. (Burnham) Clapham. He was raised and educated in Shrewsbury and was a graduate of Shrewsbury High School, Class of 1961. Ronald owned Backyard Pools in Acton before becoming the manager for Bemister Pool and Seasonal Specialty Stores throughout Southern New Hampshire. He had a strong work ethic and enjoyed his career in the pool industry, opening, servicing and closing pools. Ronald retired to Ruskin, FL in 2015 and lived there for two years before returning to live in Manchester, NH. He was an avid pool player at the Periclese Club in Manchester. He loved the beach and with his family and friends. Ronald and his dad jokes will be missed by all who knew and loved him.
Ronald is survived by his children, Ronald E. Clapham, Jr. of Chelsea; Stacey St. Jean of Manchester, NH; his grandson, Ethan St. Jean; and girlfriend, Laura Yukl of Chickopee. He was predeceased by his brother Richard Clapham.
Family and friends are respectfully invited to attend calling hours on Sunday, June 27 from 2:00PM until 5:00PM at the Kevin B. Comeau Funeral Home, 486 Main Street, Haverhill. Burial will be private. Please visit Comeau Funeral Home on Facebook or www.comeaufuneral.com
