Clarence Richard Mallon, born November 2, 1920, passed away peacefully the morning of June 23, 2014. He was guided in life by the principles of family, faith and work. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of sixty one years, Mary (nee Walker); parents Fred and Amanda (nee Burk); brothers Frederick, Raymond and sister-in-law Elizabeth (nee Ruettinger). He is survived by his cherished children Frederick James and Clare Amalia Mallon; adoring grandchildren Matthew, Melissa Thompson and Mark Mallon; four loving great-grandchildren and many loving nephews, nieces and extended family members.

Born in Detroit, he graduated from Northwestern High School and after serving in the Army Air Corps during WWII and returned to Michigan to earn an engineering degree at the University of Michigan, several post-engineering courses and a business degree from Miami (Ohio) University.

During his years as an aeronautical aerospace engineer he was involved in many projects with many of the leading companies in aeronautics including being a member of the team which developed the heat shield for John Glenn's Mercury capsule in the 1962 first American space orbit. Not forgetting his early work career in the automotive industry and returning to the Detroit area, he was employed by the Motor Vehicle Manufacturer's Association and was a long-time member of the Society of Automotive Engineers. Clarence ended his career in Livonia Michigan at Photon a laser manufacturer.
Throughout his life, his faith and church has always played an important role. He helped in the early establishment of the University Lutheran Chapel in Ann Arbor; going around the state speaking about the chapel and its need for financial support. While living in California upon graduation, he and Mary were active members of Pilgrim Lutheran Church in Santa Monica where he served as President of the congregation. Upon moving to Middletown, Ohio once they became active members of Messiah Lutheran Church and Clarence served as President of the congregation. Upon returning to Michigan, they renewed their membership with Emmaus Lutheran Church in Detroit.

Family Memorial Service on Saturday, July 19th, 10 AM at Glen Eden Memorial Park Chapel, 35667 W. Eight Mile Rd., Livonia, MI 48152. Rev. Timothy P. Halboth, Senior Pastor, Grace Lutheran Church, Redford officiating.