Clarence C. Dew reached out and took the hand of his Shepherd early Sunday morning, January 18, 2009. He was born April 16, 1931 to Gene and Dora Dew of Foss, Oklahoma. He graduated from Foss High School. Shortly after, he became the youngest businessman of Foss, owning Dew Service Station on Route 66. He was becoming quite successful until the Korean Conflict. Clarence then decided to join the Air Force. When Clarence got a leave in December 1952, he went home and married his high school sweetheart and soul mate. On December 23 they spent their day together remembering the 56 years they had been married. After serving his 4 years in the military, he attended Oklahoma City University. He then earned his degree in electronics. After working a short time for Mud Control Lab, he then started Dew TV Service. Clarence had a knack for meeting the public and enjoyed working. He was never satisfied with just an 8-5 job. The opportunity came for employment at Lucent Technology. He was always looking to do more for his family. After working as an engineer in the daytime and a TV serviceman in the evening, he began to see an 8-5 job may not be too bad. He retired in 1989 from Lucent with 25 years of service. Clarence was preceded in death by his parents, two sisters, and a brother. He is survived by his sister Oleta Kerley of Clinton; a brother Gene Dew and wife Janice of Duncanville, Texas; a sister-in-law Jeweldean Dew of McKinney, Texas; and several nieces, nephews and cousins. He is also survived by his devoted wife, Arlene, of the home; 3 children, Rick Dew of Oklahoma City, Lori Rider of Bethany, and Ron Dew and wife Angie of Oklahoma City; 6 grandchildren, Paul Michael Dew Bailey and wife Marissa, Zac Dew, Candice Ford and husband Buddy, Nikita Hollaway and husband Perry, Mallorie Dew, and Carlee Knighten; and 6 great-grandchildren, Olivia, Joe, Jordan, Paige, Tyler and Mackenzie. Clarence loved his family and looked forward to our family gatherings. Clarence was faithful in his Christian walk with God. Before his failing health, he served in many ministries of the church. You could always find him working around the church. He was never too busy to help his family or others anonymously when there was a need. He will be missed for his witty humor, tender nature, sweet tooth and unquestioning love for the ones he held close. Mr. Dews family would like to thank his church family at Metroplex Nazarene Church, family members, and a host of friends who faithfully lifted Clarence up in prayer. Also, his doctors, nurses, Autumn Bridge Hospice, and special caregivers at Bellevue Nursing Home for the loving care they gave. Services will be Saturday, January 24, 11:00 a.m. at Metroplex Nazarene Church with interment in Chapel Hill. Memorials may be made to the Building Fund at Metroplex Nazarene Church.