Thomas A Claire

THOMAS A. CLAIRE, 63, beloved son of William and Dorothy (both deceased). Cherished brother of Dottie (Deacon Phil, deceased) Mraz, Jim (Sharon), Bob (Shirley) and Bill (Karen). Loving uncle of 18 and great-uncle of 20. Friend of many. A life-long learner, Tom distinguished himself academically earning advanced degrees from several of the world's most prestigious universities. He received numerous honors including National Merit and Fulbright Scholarships. Adept at matters of international finance he served as treasurer of the world's largest luxury goods company. Tom mastered not only the world of business but also that of the inner self. He was a recognized authority on yoga and massage, authoring several books on these subjects. He taught International Finance and the healing arts at universities both domestically and internationally and was instrumental in the design and implementation of the Healing Arts Program at Queensborough College in New York. Family suggests contributions to Brecksville Public Library, 9089 Brecksville Rd, Brecksville, OH 44141 or American Heart Association, 1689 E 115th Street , Cleveland, OH 44106. FRIENDS MAY CALL AT THE DONALD A. FAULHABER FUNERAL HOME, 7915 Broadview Road (at Sprague) where services will be held on Friday, July 25 at 9:30 am and from St. Basil Church, 8700 Brecksville Road at 10:00 AM. Interment Brecksville Cemetery. VISITING HOURS THURSDAY 4-8 PM