Clara Duby
April 28, 1950 - May 03, 2025
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Clara E. Duby (Passariello)
Saginaw, Michigan
Clara E. Duby, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Covenant Healthcare in Saginaw. She was 75 years old.
Clara Elaine Passariello was born on April 28, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Frank and Lucy (Aldrich) Passariello. She graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1968 and went on to dedicate 32 years of service as a Mail Clerk with the United States Postal Service before her retirement.
Clara found joy in life's simple pleasures, playing Yahtzee and bingo, camping, and especially doting on her grandchildren. Above all, her greatest joy came from spending time with her family and friends, who meant the world to her.
She is survived by her children, Cindy (Ted) Prentice and Michael (Brenda) Duby; her beloved grandchildren, Coty (Kyle) Peplinski, Warren Leidlein, Jacob (Paige Millikin) Duby, Max (Tamra Furlong) Leidlein, Carson Leidlein, Peyton Prentice, and Logan Burch. She is also survived by her siblings, Andrew (Phyllis) Passariello, Ida Chritz, John Passariello, and Connie Ingles; her lifelong and cherished friend, Debbie Plumb; as well as many nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family.
Clara was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Shirley Light; and brothers-in-law, Ken Light, Don Chritz and Calvin Ingles.
A Celebration of Life will take place from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Sunday, July 20, 2025 at American Legion Post 22, 2200 S. Niagara Street, Saginaw, MI 48602. Please come have lunch and share stories of our mom.
Saginaw, Michigan
Clara E. Duby, a loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at Covenant Healthcare in Saginaw. She was 75 years old.
Clara Elaine Passariello was born on April 28, 1950, in Saginaw, Michigan, to Frank and Lucy (Aldrich) Passariello. She graduated from Arthur Hill High School in 1968 and went on to dedicate 32 years of service as a Mail Clerk with the United States Postal Service before her retirement.
Clara found joy in life's simple pleasures, playing Yahtzee and bingo, camping, and especially doting on her grandchildren. Above all, her greatest joy came from spending time with her family and friends, who meant the world to her.
She is survived by her children, Cindy (Ted) Prentice and Michael (Brenda) Duby; her beloved grandchildren, Coty (Kyle) Peplinski, Warren Leidlein, Jacob (Paige Millikin) Duby, Max (Tamra Furlong) Leidlein, Carson Leidlein, Peyton Prentice, and Logan Burch. She is also survived by her siblings, Andrew (Phyllis) Passariello, Ida Chritz, John Passariello, and Connie Ingles; her lifelong and cherished friend, Debbie Plumb; as well as many nieces, nephews, friends, and extended family.
Clara was preceded in death by her parents; her sister, Shirley Light; and brothers-in-law, Ken Light, Don Chritz and Calvin Ingles.
A Celebration of Life will take place from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Sunday, July 20, 2025 at American Legion Post 22, 2200 S. Niagara Street, Saginaw, MI 48602. Please come have lunch and share stories of our mom.
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Cindy Prentice
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Michele and Gary
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I experienced Clara’s vibe as, “I’m a strong woman.” She was a solid presence. We need more women like that in this world.
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Cindy Prentice
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Debra Brinn
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Despite being an military brat, being raised in a tight relationship with family will always give me some of the best memories! Lots to laugh about when thinking of my sassy aunt Clara! I am going to miss you like crazy!! Give my momma a hug for me!
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Cindy Prentice
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Thank you, Tammy! Please join us for her Celebration of Life on Sunday July 20, 1-4pm at American Legion Post 22 on S Niagara in Saginaw.
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Tammy Daig
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I worked with Clara for many years. We worked in outgoing flats at the PO and I just prayed to keep up with her. There was also that memorable canoe trip! Rest well my friend.