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Funeral Ceremony: 11 a.m. on Friday, July 21, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora
Interment: Bible Grove Cemetery
Visitation: 5-7 p.m. on Thursday evening at the funeral home
Claire Elizabeth Fopay, age 33, of Champaign, and formerly of Flora, Illinois, passed away Saturday night, July 15, 2023, at Swann Special Care Center.
She was born April 26, 1990, in Flora, the daughter of Jon and Libbie (Henson) Fopay.
Claire Elizabeth was a bright light to all who knew her. Her cheerful, radiant personality was contagious, and had an impact on many people. She loved singing and playing her guitar to any song on Country Music Television. Claire could recite every word of her favorite movie “The Wizard of Oz” as well as any episode of Barney.
Her ability to capture your heart was immeasurable, to the point of grown men wearing silly hats that she has chosen for them along with earmuffs and gloves, in the middle of summer. Though her life was short God had a very special purpose for Claire. She is finally free from all Earthly restraints, and her spirit is with the Lord. She will be missed dearly by her father, mother, sisters, and extended family. Claire touched so many with her love and precious spirit and we will never be the same.
She is survived by her mother: Libbie (Jeff) Oakes of Fall River, Kansas; father: Jon (Monica) Fopay of Effingham; 3 sisters: Noelle Fopay of Flora, Kate Fopay of Flora, and Alison Rudy (Tyler West) of Xenia; maternal grandparents: Phil and Jane Henson of Flora; paternal grandmother: Janet Fopay of Flora; and nieces and nephews: Liam, Dylan, Sedona, Lillian, Ellie, Wren, and Wyatt.
She was preceded in death by her paternal grandfather: Joe Fopay; and an aunt: Joey Henson.
A funeral ceremony will be held at 11 a.m. on Friday, July 21, 2023, at Frank & Bright Funeral Home in Flora. Interment will follow in Bible Grove Cemetery. A visitation will be held from 5-7 p.m. on Thursday evening at the funeral home. Memorial donations are suggested to Swann Special Care Center, and these will be accepted through the funeral home. To share a condolence or memory, visit: www.frankandbright.com
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So very sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers
My condolences to the family.
Libbie & Family; Phil & Jane: We are so very sorry for your loss. Y’all were with Claire every step of the way during her journey here on Earth and gave her so much love. Now she is no longer trapped in her physical body and her soul can soar as one of Heaven’s angels. We are praying for y’all as you mourn your beautiful Claire. May God grant you peace, comfort and strength. RIP sweet Claire♥️
Sorry to hear this but she is at peace as you said. She was an adorable little girl. Prayers for all of you.
So sorry for your loss our deepest condolences
We are so sorry you have lost your precious Claire. She was so special to so many of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Sending much love. God be with you all. ❤
So Sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Claire Bear was a sweet little girl. I can still hear her singing and laughing. Hugs and prayers for her family...💔
Libby, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
I'm so sorry for your loss.
You all have our deepest sympathy!! We will be praying for you all!!!
Our sympathy to Claire’s family during this sad time. I’m sure she will be greatly missed but all who knew and loved her. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
So sorry for your loss.
I saw Claire at times at her grandparents Henson house. She seemed to be quite aware of people in her presence and that she was there with you. This brings sadness to mother, father, siblings, grandparents, and the many people in Claire's life. Hold to what you believe in for hope and find gratitude for this wonderful young lady who was so much a part of you.
Libbie, Jane and family .. you are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Thoughts, prayers, and hugs
I will always cherish my memories of Claire Bear, the endless watching of Wizard of Oz, Barney, or CMT the earmuffs and cotton gloves in the heat of the summer, these were just some of the things that brought her comfort - her singing and dancing could put a smile on anyone's face. Claire was the sweetest little girl and I am forever thankful to have know her. Free and made whole again in heaven , prayers to the entire family and all who knew and loved Clarie.
Our deepest sympathy for the family. Corpus Christi, TX
Jon, Libbie, and family I am so sad to hear about the loss of Clair. You and your families have been and will continue to be in my thoughts and prayers. Julie Adams
Alison, Libby and Family, We are so sorry for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Lynn & Emily Van Winkle Family
So sorry for your loss. Keeping you all in my prayers.
Dear Libbie and Family…so sorry to learn of Claire’s passing!
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