John R. Clemens

John R. Clemens, 63, of Oelwein, Iowa, died peacefully at home on Saturday, July 4, 2026.

There will be private visitation and funeral service for family and close friends at Jamison-Schmitz Funeral Home, Oelwein.
Online obituary at www.jamisonschmitzfuneralhome.com

John Richard Clemens was born November 21, 1962, in Carson, California, the son of Billy Gene & Phyllis Mary (Fadden) Clemens. He grew up in Lomita, California and received his education in Long Beach, California where he lived most of his life. John moved to North Little Rock, Arkansas and worked at Littlefield’s Diner. In 2013, John moved to Oelwein where he worked at Leo’s Restaurant for several years until he had to retire due to his health concerns. In his free time, John enjoyed riding BMX bikes, camping, taking his nieces and nephews on day trips and cheering on the Raiders and the Lakers.

John is survived by a Son: Steven Monsivaiz of Long Beach, California;
4 Siblings: Mary Anne Clemens of Oelwein,
Diana Bone (Jerry Hinson) of Mayflower, Arkansas,
Jerry Clemens of Ontario, California &
Larry Clemens of North Little Rock, Arkansas;
Many Nieces, Nephews, Great Nieces, Great Nephews and 1 Great Great Nephew.

John was preceded in death by his parents; nephew: Jeremy Bundy; Great Nephew: Eric Clemens and 3 uncles: Jimmy Clemens, Donnie Clemens and Lewis Clemens.