Joseph Thomas Clements, Jr

Feb 7, 1939 - Nov 1st, 2020

Birth Date: Feb 7, 1939
Death Date: Nov 1, 2020
Funeral Date: Nov 4, 2020, 10:30 am
Location: Christ Episcopal Church
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Biography: Joseph Thomas Clements, Jr. was born February 7, 1939 to Joseph (Joe) and Dorothea (Dot) Clements in Memphis, TN. He died on November 1, 2020 in Little Rock, Arkansas after a courageous battle against pancreatic cancer.

He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jim, sister Doris and daughter-in-law Lisa Rayline. He is survived by his loving wife Julie Dell of 52 years; sons Tommy (Lori), Andy and Scott; and grandchildren Will, Grace, Chase and Kate Clements. He is also survived by his brother Mac (Clara) Clements and his sister Susan Steckol both of Memphis, TN, and a large extended family.

A Professional Engineer and Attorney, he retired from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1996 and later as Executive Director of the Arkansas State Board of Registration for Professional Engineers and Professional Land Surveyors in 2007. After retiring, he was a Sergeant at Arms for the Arkansas Senate. He was a Fellow and Life Member of the American Society of Civil Engineers and a member of the Arkansas Bar Association. A 59-year mason, his service to the fraternity was recognized by many honors, including the Grand Lodge Medal of Honor, the Fay Hempstead Award from the York Rite of Arkansas, the 33° (HON) of the Scottish Rite, and past Presiding Officer of the Grand York Rite bodies of Arkansas. His hobbies included family history, woodworking, fishing, and traveling with Julie and their friends.

Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. at Ruebel Funeral Home on November 3, 2020. A private family funeral at Christ Episcopal Church will be live-streamed at 1030 a.m. on November 4, 2020. It can viewed on the Christ Church Little Rock Youtube page at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQaO1d7_H-p3xxHRoP0jaRg Interment with Masonic graveside service will follow in Mount Holly Cemetery.

Joe requested memorials be made to the Scottish Rite Foundation, 712 Scott Street, Little Rock, AR, 72201 to assist in the installation of an elevator in the north wing of the Albert Pike Masonic Temple. Arrangements are under the direction of Ruebel Funeral Home, RuebelFuneralHome.com

Condolences(26)

Robin Ratley Smith

#26

Nov 16th, 2020 8:35 pm

Julie, I was so sorry to hear about your sweet husband, Joe. Sure have some fond memories of Joe during the 20th Century days. Please know I will continue to remember you in my prayers and know that God will be ever near to bring you His strength and fond memories of you wonderful life together. Love to you, Robin

Robert and Lynda Louthian

#25

Nov 10th, 2020 2:18 pm

We were saddened to hear of Joe's passing. He fought a courageous battle. Joe shared so much with his family members and friends, especially kindness and love. I am his cousin and was always so proud of him. Our prayers and love go to Julie and the family.

Virginia Davis

#24

Nov 9th, 2020 1:30 pm

Dear Clements Family and Friends,
I am so sorry to hear about Joe; my prayers are with all of you! He was my boss and sometimes like a father to me. He and Julie gave us staff so much. We will miss him at the Engineer Board, Virginia Davis

Sam Cummings

#23

Nov 9th, 2020 9:32 am

Joe was a wonderfully smart leader. He was the perfect leader for the professional engineers and surveyors with his engineering and legal background. He was my friend and I valued his counsel. My prayers to Julie and family. May the Lord comfort you.

Rita Benafield Henard

#22

Nov 6th, 2020 6:02 pm

Prayers for all the family and friends of Joe. He will be missed in all his organizations and especially the genealogy circle.

Robin Reynolds

#21

Nov 4th, 2020 4:21 pm

Julie,
I was so sad when I read Joe’s obituary. Sending prayers to you and your family during this difficult time.

Paul Williams family

#20

Nov 4th, 2020 12:40 pm

Our prayers and thoughts are with you guys. Daddy Joe was a special man and he will be missed by so many.

Janet Udouj and Neal Beaton

#19

Nov 3rd, 2020 8:39 pm

Dear Julie and family, We will so miss our neighbor and friend, Joe. He always was so friendly and upbeat when we visited with him on our neighborhood walks or at the gym. God bless you all.

Dianne and Jim Hyden

#18

Nov 3rd, 2020 7:14 pm

Jim and I are so sorry for the loss of your beloved Joe. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family.

Dr. Vickie Logan & Dave Volsen

#17

Nov 3rd, 2020 1:00 pm

Julie,
Joe was greatly loved. You were our favorite couple at the gym. Dave and I will sure miss him. What a wonderful life the two of you had together! I know you treasure the memories. We send our love.
Vickie Logan and Dave Volsen

Tony Vernich

#16

Nov 3rd, 2020 12:42 pm

Words fail me. Joe was a great man. I will always cherish the memories I have of his work in freemasonry. My prayers are extended to our Lord for Julie and their family

Laurie Stueart

#15

Nov 3rd, 2020 12:39 pm

I’m so sorry for your loss. I miss Joe every Election and it was one of the voters who told me today. Please know you and your family will always be in my prayers. God Bless you all.

Viola Clements Russell

#14

Nov 3rd, 2020 10:53 am

Julie, I’m so sorry to hear about Joe’s death. We didn’t know he was sick until Max Scott’s funeral. You are in our
prayers. Love you.

Myra Harris

#13

Nov 3rd, 2020 10:15 am

Julie,
So sorry to hear about Joe’ s death. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Conrad S. Pattillo

#12

Nov 3rd, 2020 8:48 am

Julie so sorry to hear about Joe. You and your family were our dearest neighbors while we lived across from you. God bless and keep you. I will be praying for you and family.

Henry Himstedt

#11

Nov 3rd, 2020 8:02 am

Truly sorry to learn of Joe's passing. He was a fine gentleman, engineer, and mentor. I always enjoyed visiting with him and will deeply miss him. Prayers to his family that your memories will keep his spirit alive.

Harry and Gena Fielder

#10

Nov 3rd, 2020 7:11 am

Julie and family, Joe was such a wonderful man to work with at the Corps of Engineers. Always a professional who was easy to get along with. You knew he loved his family, he was not shy about it. Prayers for all of you during this sad time.

Erika Young

Nov 3rd, 2020 6:47 am

Sending my deepest condolences to all who loved Joe, particularly my dear friend Scott. May you find some measure of peace in knowing that your dad’s love, light, and legacy live on vibrantly through you.

Earnie Matheson

Nov 3rd, 2020 5:58 am

Dear Julie and family, my thoughts and prayers are with you in this most difficult time. Please accept my condolences and sincere sympathy

Evans family

Nov 3rd, 2020 3:42 am

We are saddened to learn about your family loss. Continue to rely on God and know that he hears your prayers, because he cares for you. Truly sorry for your loss.

Camille Lawman

Nov 3rd, 2020 3:03 am

What an honor to have known Joe Clements! I've never known a more generous and caring human. The Lord sent an angel to walk this earth in Joe. Sincerest sympathy to Julie, the boys, their families, and all the rest of the family and friends. A "Let's Do What's Right" gentleman. God rest his soul.

charles clements

Nov 2nd, 2020 10:19 pm

I will miss you, enjoyed working with you at Scottish Rite.
My prayers are with your family.

Susan Kelley Schallhorn

Nov 2nd, 2020 5:47 pm

This Picture of Joe reminds me so of the man I knew! He was strong and good looking and loved his wife and sons so deeply! His obituary is a testimony to his intelligence, his dedication to his profession and the Masons.

Patricia Wilson

Nov 2nd, 2020 4:15 pm

Julie, My heart goes out to you. What a good man you had and he had a good wife, for he could not achieve all his goals without your support. Prayers to you and your family.

T.J. Henwood

Nov 2nd, 2020 3:53 pm

Joi was among those Masons whom I consider to be the "old guard" of Arkansas Freemasonry. More than that he was a mentor and personal friend. A treasure of humanity has passed from our sight. But we know that "our temporary loss is for his eternal gain". On behalf of all of these bodies: Occidental Council No.1; Hugh de Payens Commandery No.1; St. Giles Conclave, Red Cross of Constantine; Holy Grail Tabernacle, Knight Templar Priests; & the Arkansas Order of High Priesthood, we extend our deepest sympathy to Julie and Joe's family and wish our friend and brother, Farewell. T.J. Henwood-Secretary/Recorder

Rex Morris

Nov 2nd, 2020 2:38 pm

Joe was my most favorite person in this world. I worked with him professionally as an architect and in the Scottish Rite. My prayers and thoughts are with your family and only time will heal.

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