Clarence "Quincy"

Miracle

Clarence "Quincy" Miracle, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, friend, and longtime member of the Loveland community, passed away on November 4th at the age of 82.

Quincy was a familiar face around Loveland and, for those lucky enough to know him, an unforgettable one.

A longtime member of the Loveland community, Quincy could often be found around town, visiting one of his favorite local establishments, including the Eagles, or simply sitting on a bench watching the activity around him. Until recently, you might just as easily find him on his front porch, keeping a watchful eye on the neighborhood and making sure he knew what was going on.

Clarence loved to pull your chain. He was always ready to rile up an audience, get a reaction or keep a joke going just a bit too long. Those who knew him also knew that once Clarence had his mind set on something, there wasn't much chance of changing it. He was stubborn, persistent and determined, qualities he carried with him throughout his life. Perhaps nowhere was that clearer than in his determination to remain in the home he loved until the very end. And, true to form, Clarence got his way.

At the center of Clarence's life was his family. He was a devoted husband to Carolyn, with whom he was nearing an incredible 55 years of marriage. He was a loving father to his son, Clarence, affectionately known as "Jr.," and a beloved grandfather to Riely, Clarence #3 (Trey) and Jackson, and uncle to his nephew Lee Miracle and numerous extended families.

Clarence also believed in hard work. He spent his career at Thornton's, retiring after many years of service, and then settling into the well-earned rhythm of retirement, family and life in the community he called home.

For those who loved him, it will be hard to imagine Loveland without Clarence in it. There will be an empty spot on the porch, one less familiar face around town, and undoubtedly fewer people being good-naturedly riled up. But there are nearly 55 years of marriage, generations of family, countless stories and plenty of laughter that will keep Clarence very much a part of the lives of those who knew and loved him.

While saying goodbye is incredibly difficult, we are grateful for the time we had with him, for the stories we’ll keep telling, and for the pieces of Quincy that will live on in all of us.

Additional details to follow on Quincy’s celebration of life - likely in the 2nd half of November.

And somewhere, we'd like to think Clarence is still keeping an eye on things.