Birth date: Dec 9, 1949 Death date: Feb 16, 2008
Chima Lee Williams Clanton went home to be with her Lord on February 16, 2008. Chima, born and raised in Austin, Texas, graduated from the University of North Texas with a Bachelor of Arts in Music. She was a devoted wife and lovi Read Obituary
Jinx, Kim, Susan, Laura, and Chima's extended family. We are so sorry for your loss of Chima. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
Terri & Jay Caldwell
Chima Clanton was truly an angel on earth. I am thoroughly convinced of that! She elevated your spirit by merely being in the same room. The radiance of her everlasting smile could light up the darkest sky. Her infectious laugh could be heard for miles. I was blessed to have had the privilege of being neighbors with Buz and Chima for several years. I watched our children laugh, play, and cry together. We shared holidays together. I can't remember one instance in all those years when Chima wasn't smiling, giving, or caring in some capacity. How is that possible by someone other than an intermediary between heaven and earth. Chima touched my life just as she has many others. She has, and continues to make me a better person through her spirit. I love you Chima! Your guiding influence will live in my heart forever.
Chima was truly an angel on earth. I am thoroughly convinced of that! She elevated your spirit by merely being in the same room. Her radiant smile could light up even the darkest skies. Her infectious laugh could be heard for miles. I was blessed to have had the privilege of being neighbors with Buz and Chima for several years. Our children played, laughed, cried, and grew up together. We shared holidays together. I can't remember one instance in all those years that Chima wasn't giving, loving, or caring in some capacity. How is that possible by someone other than an intermediary between heaven and earth. Chima will be remembered by each and every individual she touched, even if they met just once. I am a better person for knowing Chima. Her guiding influence will live in my heart forever. I love you Chima!
Chima,
I met you at Reagan! You were a good friend when I didn't have very many friends! May God smile on you and keep you in His hands!
Blessings on your family!
Gary Wood
I grew up with Chima in Austin in several church choirs at First Baptist Church. Her mother was one of my Sunday School teachers. I remember Chima as very outgoing and kind. I know her illness was so difficult and I am sorry for the loss of such a lovely lady.
I have lost one of my best friends....she had the biggest heartand generous spirit. I know she will be with me always, when ever I need to talk with her I can. Buz, you were her best friend of all!!
I'm saddened to read Chima's obituary in this morning's Austin American-Statesman. The last time I saw Chima was at our Reagan High School 20th reunion, back in 1988. Chima and I had been close friends in elementary school. Back then we went to TexLake Girls Scout Camp together; we took piano lessons from the same wonderful teacher (Mrs. Meadows); and we spent the night with each other and played Elvis Presley records (from Blue Hawaii) over and over again. At Pearce Junior High and Reagan High, we were in the band together. I remember her as a kind and caring teenager, and certainly those traits only deepened throughout her life. My sincerest sympathies to her family and all who loved her. Charlsa ***If not for the dark of night, there would be no stars.***
I Love You Chima, and you will be missed greatly. May God keep you in his Care.
Condolences as I remember many good times, sharing and singing with Chima at Reagan High School. She was a warm and delightful friend to all. Many wonderful memories will remain for such a beautiful person.
I attended St. Timothy UMC with my family as a teenager from 1994-1997. I was involved in the handbell choir at that time, and found that activity to be very rewarding. One could not be involved in the music program without knowing the passion and skill of Chima. I remember Chima as upbeat and utterly happy to be involved where she was. Her involvement at church through music was not merely an activity; it was an extension of who she was. Beyond the music program, I did not know Chima or you, her family, very well, though Kerry was in youth group at the same time I was, but attended a different high school. Like many teenagers, I suppose, I did not stay in contact with very many people from Louisiana, and none from church, when my family moved. However, this morning I woke up with Chima’s name on my mind, googled her name, and found her obituary. My name may not ring a bell, but please know that though I am far removed from my time in Louisiana, I remember Chima warmly and offer my condolences, sincerest regards and prayers.
