Clara Jean Daum, passed away on October 2, 2026, at her West Milton home at the age of 99. Born on July 4, 1927, in Washington, Pennsylvania, she lived a long and meaningful life marked by devotion to her family, her faith, her profession, and her community.

Clara was preceded in death by her parents, John and Virginia DalZotto Giosta, her husband, Alfred Edward Daum, and her siblings Angelo, John, Jean, Raymond, Neston, Ernestine, Tony, and Neil. She is survived by her children and their spouses, Virginia S. Daum of West Milton, Alfred J. and Christine Daum of West Milton, Teresa A. and Randy Hawkins of Jacksonville, Florida, and Kathy L. and Brian House of Springfield. She is also survived by her sister, Julie Webber of Decatur, Illinois, grandchildren Steve, Andy, Carey, Mike, Ben, Sam and Kelly, great grandchildren Luke, Josh, Luke, Violet, Margaret, Julian, Eric, and Elise, along with many others who cherished her love and guidance throughout her life.

Clara graduated from Woodruff High School and went on to begin her nursing training at the Methodist Hospital. Her dedication to learning and service led her to earn her BSN (RN) from Edwards University. Nursing was not simply a career for Clara, but a calling that reflected her compassionate spirit and her desire to care for others with dignity and kindness.

She retired from Good Samaritan Hospital at the age of 76 after serving as the head cardiac nurse. Even after retirement, Clara continued to share her knowledge and experience as a preceptor for nurses at Wright State University. She also quietly and generously assisted local people with home health care at no charge, offering her time and skill to those in need without hesitation or expectation.

Clara was a devoted Christian and a member of the Transfiguration Catholic Church. Her faith was a steady foundation throughout her life and was reflected in the way she treated others with patience, humility, and grace. She found joy in simple and meaningful things, including working on the farm, caring for her animals, and above all, loving and caring for her family. Her home and her heart were always open to those she loved.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 10:30 AM Saturday, October 10, at the Transfiguration Catholic Church, 972 S Miami St, West Milton, with interment following at Unity Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 9:30-10:30 AM Saturday at the church.  In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alter Rosary Society, c/o Transfiguration Catholic Church. Memories may be shared with the family online at www.hale-sarver.com