Clarence Richard Troyer, a prolific builder in Northeastern Ohio, age 86, passed away July 15, 2024, surrounded by his entire family, following a brief illness.  He was born in Hartville, OH on December 7, 1937 to Moses and Edna (Troyer) Troyer.  He was married to Sarah Ann Sommers on November 22, 1958.

In addition to his parents, Clarence was preceded in death by his step-mother, Amy (Eash) Troyer, nephew, Brendan Zehr, sister, Esther Coblentz, nephew, Myron Coblentz, and brother, Donnie Troyer.   He is survived by Sarah, his wife of 65 years, three sons: Terry (Wanra) of Chesapeake, VA, Bob (Leora) of Kidron, OH, Richard, of Richmond, VA, and one daughter: Amanda (Greg) Pudloski of Stow, OH, five grandchildren: William, Andrew, Benjamin Troyer, Jack, and Emma Pudloski.  Also brother: Mervin (Nina) Troyer, sister Ruth (Nathan) Zehr, brothers-in-law: Leon Coblentz and Owen Stoll, sisters-in-law: Amanda Overholt, Ruth Miller, and Martha Sommers, along with many nieces and nephews.

Clarence's mother died on his ninth birthday and his father kept the family together. In third grade he met the love of his life, who he married; they raised four children together.  Clarence and Sarah have remained lifelong members of Cornerstone Community Chapel (formerly Marlboro Mennonite), where he filled many roles such as Elder, Sunday School Superintendent, teacher, and youth sponsor with Sarah.  While Sarah managed the Hartville Thrift Shoppe, Clarence actively participated with her to make it very successful. Clarence was well-known as a successful builder; in semi-retirement he was a sought-after supervisor for various building projects, culminating in the construction of the Hartville MarketPlace and Flea Market.

As a follower of Jesus, Clarence chose to use his gifts and strength to serve others.  He was often asked to lead a group of skilled craftsmen in local building projects of homes and Mennonite institutions.  He volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, Mennonite Disaster Service, and building projects in Nicaragua and Guatemala.  He was quietly generous with both time and resources.

Clarence deeply loved and enjoyed his family.  Nothing brought him more joy than his grandchildren.  Fishing, sled-riding, golf cart and tractor-riding, attending sporting and musical events were some of the highlights.  He is profoundly missed by his family.  Everyone will miss his heartwarming smile.

Clarence was a life-long learner, using critical thinking skills and his love for reading, to seek wisdom in how to bring about God's kingdom on earth.

The family will receive friends on Thursday, July 18th from 4-7 p.m. at Hartville Conservative Church, 10547 Market Ave. N., Uniontown, Ohio, 44685.

Funeral services will be held on Friday at 10:30 a.m. at Cornerstone Community Chapel, 1250 Edison St. NW., Hartville, Ohio, 44632.

A viewing will take place Friday morning beginning at 9:30 a.m. at Cornerstone Community Chapel until the time of the service.

Burial will follow at Walnut Grove Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to HEAL Palestine at : HEAL Palestine or Mennonite Central Committee at: Mennonite Central Committee

You can find the link to the livestream of the service at: Youtube.com