Dennis Ledru Clapper, 85, of Hemphill, Texas passed away on Monday, November 7, 2022 at Hemphill Care Center.

Dennis was born on January 28, 1937 in Dodge City, Kansas to parents Jake L. Clapper and Wava Black. He served in the U.S. ARMY from 1959 until 1965. He then went on to become a truck driver for Overland.

He is survived by one son, Charles Clapper of Norman, Oklahoma; brother, David Clapper of Hoxie, Kansas and close friend, Landon Dunlap and Betty Dunlap of Hemphill, Texas, Carol Aaron of Fairmount and many others friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents.

A Graveside Service will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, November 10, 2022 at Yellowpine Cemetery in Hemphill with Bro. Floyd Wright officiating.

Memories and condolences may be shared at starrfuneralhome.com.