Claris "Clay" Gallimore

June 22, 1928 - March 21, 2018

Claris “Clay” Gallimore, 89 of Lake Villa, IL passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2018. Clay was born in Eddyville, IL on June 22, 1928 to the late Ralph and Audra Marie Gallimore. Clay was a proud member of the Navy, loved inventing different things and even has a few patents. He was passionate about keeping up the grounds around his house and property and always had little projects to do. He was always doting on his grandchildren and ready to help a friend in need. He will be missed by many. Clay is survived by his children Clay, Kent (Terri), Laura (Irving) Karlhofer, Mark (Sherry) and Lisa (Fred) Hoff; grandchildren Shane (Laurie) Gallimore, Bree (Dave) Cutler, Frederick Karlhofer, Joseph Karlhofer, Paige Gallimore, Erika Gallimore, Branden Gallimore, Calvin Hoff and Katelyn Hoff; Great grandchildren Delaney and Spencer Gallimore and Cade and Sayln Cutler; brother David (Joy) Gallimore; uncle of many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his wife Dorothea; parents; son Scott; brother Ralph (the late Helen) Gallimore; and sister Louise (Ben) Cather. Memorial visitation will be held Thursday March 29 5 – 7 pm at Ringa Funeral Home 122 S. Milwaukee Ave. Lake Villa, IL. In Lieu of flowers donations to Shriners Hospitals for Children Attn: Office of Development 2900 N. Rocky Point Dr. Tampa, FL 33607 or a charity of your choice in Clay’s name would be appreciated