Jeffrey Scott Clarkson

Jeffrey Scott Clarkson, was born on April 20, 1966 in Selma California. He went to be with our Lord on December 16, 2024 after battling a glioblastoma at the age of 58. Jeff began working for Gee Manufacturing right after he graduated from Selma High School. This began his interest in metal fabrication. Jeff went on to work at SunMaid in Kingsburg where he worked as a sheet metal fabricator; designing, building, and installing high quality stainless steel equipment. He spent many of those years working side by side with his father, Richard. Jeff had said as a young man that one day he wanted to work with his dad. When Richard retired after 30 years of service, Jeff continued as the shop steward and retired in 2020 after 30 years of service. Before retiring Jeff began his own business; Clarkson's Custom Woodworking and CNC. He was extremely knowledgeable, creating and building many beautiful pieces for family, friends, and clients. His work is exceptional. He was meticulous in every project he created. Jeff even built a CA king oak bed for Lori as a wedding gift. Jeff also designed many pieces on his 3D printer, most recently a Mandolarian helmet to fit his head. There wasn't anything that he couldn't do. He was a master at the BBQ and enjoyed cooking for his family and friends. For many years he was on the Young Life Banquet BBQ Team. Jeff had such a great sense of humor that always made everyone laugh. Jeff thoroughly enjoyed traveling. New York was a highlight and so were many cruises and trips to Hawaii. Most recently he and Lori went on a10 day Alaskan Cruise with the Carrillos. As soon as they got home they were packed and ready to head to Lake Tahoe for more fun with the Feliz Cumpleanos club- a group of friends who always celebrated birthdays. Jeff enjoyed gardening and had many succulents growing in his well-manicured backyard. He also enjoyed RV camping with many friends. Jeff had a love of birds and made sure to feed them weekly. He also had a great love for the Lord. He attended Visalia First Assembly and weekly bible studies with Lori. During Jeffrey's journey with Jesus, he totally surrendered his life to the Lord and believed in healing. We know that he is 100% healed in Heaven. Jeff is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Dianne Clarkson. He is survived by his dedicated and loving wife of 22 years, Lori, his son, Brandon; and his grandsons, Lucas and Ben; sister, Karin Clarkson; niece, Stephanie (Jose) Larios; nephew, Joshua Cervantes; great nieces, Luna, Alana and great nephew, Max. Jeff is also survived by his mother-in-law, Beatrice Serrato; father-in-law, Mickey Bersoza; sister-in-law, Candida (John) Contreras; nieces and nephews, Desiraee and Federico Santano; Donovan and Kayla Olvera, Savanah and Tyler Pagano, Curtis Contreras, Nicollette Contreras and a great niece. Jeff will be tremendously missed by all, especially his wife, Lori. A celebration of life will be held April 5, 2025 10am at Visalia First Assembly, 3737 S. Akers St. Visalia CA. In Lieu of flowers a campership gift can be made to Young Life to help send a high school student to camp this summer. P.O. Box 7433, Visalia CA 93290. Services have been entrusted to Salser & Dillard Funeral Chapel. Memorial Tributes and condolences may be offered by logging onto www.salseranddillard.com.

Jeffrey Scott Clarkson

April 20, 1966 - December 16, 2024