June Marie Hanson-Clapp passed away on October 27, 2026, at approximately 4:30 p.m. at Our Hospice of South Central Indiana in Columbus, Indiana.
She was born on July 27, 1923, in St. Ignace, Michigan.
June graduated from LaSalle High School in St. Ignace, Michigan.
March 27, 1948, she married Paul C. Clapp of St. Paul, Indiana. Together, they built a loving home and raised four children: Sandra Hendrickson, Diane Bolin, Ricky Clapp, and Timothy Clapp.
June was preceded in death by her beloved husband Paul C. Clapp, in 2009 and a great granddaughter Rachel Clapp in 2015.
June loved playing cards and enjoyed games of all kinds. Family and friends fondly remember that she would occasionally make up her own “Aunt June” rules, adding a little extra fun, plenty of laughter, and a few surprises to every game. Her playful spirit made time spent together memorable, and those moments will be cherished by all who knew her.
June was blessed with six grandchildren, fourteen great-grandchildren, fifteen great-great-grandchildren, and numerous nieces and nephews. Her family was a source of great joy throughout her life, and she leaves behind generations who will carry forward her love and memories.
June will be remembered for her warm heart, playful nature, and the happiness she brought to those around her. Whether gathered around a card table or spending time with family and friends, she had a special way of making ordinary moments extraordinary.
Though she will be deeply missed, June’s legacy lives on through the family she nurtured, the generations she inspired, and the countless memories they will forever hold in their hearts.
