Vernon James Clem Obituary
We bid farewell to Vernon James Clem of Metairie, Louisiana, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 7, 2025 at the age of 89. Vernon touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his mother Mabel Scott; his sister Jane Oyler; his former wife Nell Clem; his son-in-law Mato Dragicevic; his son Steven Clem; his daughter-in-law Kaycee Clem; his stepson Darwin Perrer; and his granddaughter Vernell LeMay.
He is survived by: his wife Marian Clem; his daughters, Peggy Dragicevic and Valerie LeMay; his stepdaughters, Rosalyn Bourgeois and Julie Beideman; his stepson-in-law Rowdy Bourgeois; his grandchildren, Ali, Anita, Bobbie, Chandler, Diana, Gregory, Ina, Jarah, Joey (Marty) and Willie; his great grandchildren, Addison, Alexandra, Amelia, Audrey, Bella, Emma, Eva, Gage, Gavin, Jordan, Jorgia, Kollen, Nickolas, Peydon, Rylee and Sean; and his sister Ruth Eatherton. He is also survived by numerous nieces, nephews and dear friends.
In lieu of flowers, the family kindly asks that donations be made in Vernon's memory to the military charity of your choice or at https://everloved.com.
