Richard Paul Clukey, Sr., 81, of Vero Beach, Florida, died, February 11, 2014. He was born August 17, 1932 in Dexter, ME. Mr. Clukey was a veteran of the United States Marine Corp, having served during the Korean War.
Prior to retirement, he worked for Piper Aircraft as an aeronautical engineer.

Mr . Clukey was an active member of Abiding Presence International Ministries. He also served as a
Lay Pastor for the past 30 years.

He is survived by his son, Paul Clukey of Orlando, FL; sisters, Winnie Murdock of Vero Beach and Joanne Lord of New Hampshire; brother, Michael Clukey of Venice, FL and three grandchildren, Alexis, Matthew and Joseph Clukey. He was predeceased by his wife, Patricia Clukey and son, Richard P. Clukey, Jr.

A visitation will be held 5-7 p.m., Sunday, February 16, 2014 at Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home, Vero
Beach. A graveside service will be held 9:15 a.m., Monday, February 17, 2014 at South Florida National
Cemetery, Lake Worth, FL.

Donations may be made to a charity of one's choice.

Arrangements are under the direction of Cox Gifford Seawinds Funeral Home & Crematory. www.coxgiffordseawinds.com.