Andrew Clackum Obituary

Age - 53

September 12, 2023

Lake Charles, LA

Andrew Franklin Clackum, age 53, of Lake Charles, Louisiana passed away on Sunday, September 10, 2023. Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www. JEHixson. com for the Clackum family.

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