Rella Jean Clock

Rella Jean Clock, age 69, of Monclova, OH went home to be with the Lord January 11, 2025.  Rella was born in Texarkana, Arkansas to the late Clyde Ford and Nita Stolns. 

Left to cherish her memory are her husband: John Clock; sons: Frank (Jen) Velker, Wesley (Juana) Velker; step son: John Michael Clock; step daughter: Melissa Clock-Giacci; grandchildren: Isabelle Velker, Hailey Velker, Wesley Velker Jr., Sofia Velker, Victor Velker, Arielle Giacci; sisters: Carol Seasor, Donna (Jim) Thomas, Sue (Steve) Bartlowe; brother: Clyde (Chris) Ford; nieces: Jennifer Soloski, Jill Thomas, Kristina (Stephen) Baker, Lisa McDaniel, Alysha Ford, Krystal Bartlowe, Amanda Kaucher, Erika Tracy; nephews: Ben (Heather) Thomas, Zach (Savannah) Ford, Steve Bartlowe, Mark Tracy II; great nieces: Adeline, Ashlee, Aurora, Scarlett, Rheya, Taya, Chesney, Sarah; great nephews: Joshua, Judah, Isaac, Noah, Elisha, Blake, Chad; step mom: June Ford; step sisters: Debbie Tracy,  Amy Russell; step brother: Rick (Geri Ann) Russell.

Our beloved Rella, a woman whose life was a reflection of love, grace, and selflessness.  Rella was truly one of a kind-a string of pearls in our lives: timeless, elegant, and precious beyond words. Like pearls, her strength and beauty were shaped by patience, challenges, and a heart full of compassion.

Rella lived and loved like Jesus. She had an incredible ability to make you feel like the most important person in the room, yet somehow, she managed to make all of us feel that way at the same time. Her warmth and kindness wrapped around everyone she met, leaving us all better for having known her.

She was so many things to so many people: a devoted wife, a loving mother, a cherished sister, and adoring grandmother, and a beloved aunt. She was the heartbeat of her family, the kind of person who would drop everything to help, offer a shoulder to lean on, or simply share in our joys and sorrows. Rella didn’t just care about others- she made it her mission to pour her love into every life she touched.

Her laugh could light up a room, her hugs felt like home, and her presence brought peace and comfort. She gave endlessly and loved without limits, often putting everyone else’s needs before her own.  Her beauty-inside and out-was unmatched, and her unwavering faith was a guide for us all.

Rella’s life was filled with moments that reflected her extraordinary spirit. She was an angel on earth, and now she is an angel in heaven, reunited with those she loved who have gone before her. While our hearts ache with her loss, we take comfort in knowing her love and legacy will carry on in each of us.

She was, and will always be, the pearl in our lives-rare, radiant, and irreplaceable. Rella taught us how to live with grace, give with an open heart, and love without end. She will be missed more than words can say, but her memory will live on, reminding us to love deeply, just as she did.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to the Church on Strayer in Rella’s honor.

Visitation will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025, from 12:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at Church on Strayer, 3000 Strayer Rd., Maumee, OH 43537.  Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, January 18, 2025, at 11:00 A.M. also at the Church on Strayer with pastor Tony Scott officiating. Habegger Funeral Services is honored to serve the Clock family.  We encourage you to share a fond memory or condolence by visiting www.habeggerfuneralservices.com

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