Rudene Bowling Clanton Obituary
The passing of Rudene Bowling Clanton in Opelika, Alabama occurred on October 28, 2026. Rudene, born on November 6, 1931, is remembered by those who knew her. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Jesse Bowling and Bernice Sims Bowling; her siblings, John Tom Bowling, Windol Bowling, Frances Wilbanks and Edward Bowling; her husband Jack Clanton; and her daughter Janet Clanton Smith.
She is survived by: her children, Reita Clanton, Dennis Clanton (Kathy) and Suzanne Baker (Rusty); her grandchildren, Erin Smith, Allison Smith (Darren), Meghan Clanton, Arrie Clanton, Chase Baker (Baylee), Jesse Baker and Tori Dezauche (Logan); and her great grandchildren, Jack Till, Mason Till and Ella Catherine Baker.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, November 1st 2026 at 2:00 PM at the Frederick-Dean Funeral Home (1801 Frederick Rd Suite A, Opelika, AL 36801).
