It is with great sadness and heavy hearts we mourn the untimely passing of Bruce Lamont Clinkscale Jr., age 20, who departed this life October 4, 2026, in Youngstown, OH. Bruce, along with his twin sister were born June 7, 2006, to Adrial & Bruce L. Clinkscale Sr.
Bruce was a beloved son, father, brother, nephew and uncle, his passing has left a deep sadness in the hearts of those closest to him. Although his time on earth was far too short, his life will always hold a special place in the hearts of those who loved him.
He attended the Academy of Urban Scholars in downtown Youngstown, the Light church of Youngstown and was an avid Dallas Cowboy fan. His favorite pastime was spending quality time with family and friends.
Bruce had a very big heart; it was shown daily through the love he had for his children Rae Anna Clinkscale and Ray’Mir Graham - Clinkscale whom he shared with Reshia Graham as well as through his nephew Kevin Crockett Jr.
Along with his parents and children Bruce leaves to cherish his memory his siblings, one brother and eight sisters Tequie, Sequan, Sephonia, Chyna, Kenyotta Patience and his twin Bruchell Clinkscale, Yasmine and Jasmine Wilcox as well as Cherelle McDowell.
Bruce’s aunts and uncles Tomicia (Louis) Allen, Ricciesha Abron, Tijuana (Herman) Hill, Marci Howell, Shaundea Allen, Wesley (Michaela) Allen and James Smith along with several special cousins, nieces, nephews, close friends Marquan, Wayne, Rell and Daveon as well as Anna Yohman & Tamika Croft.
Bruce was preceded in death by his grandparents: Janice Carter, Thomas Clinkscale and Jimmy Mccoy; uncles: Charles E Allen Sr., Aaron J Clinkscale, Eric L. Abron Sr., Michael D. Hornbuckle Sr., Adam Christian Sr. and Telly Smith; cousin Charles E. Allen Jr.
As we reflect on Bruce’s journey, let us cherish the moments we shared and the joy he brought to our lives. May he rest in peace, and may his memory live in the hearts of all who knew him. In honor of Bruce's life, it was lovingly and respectfully celebrated on October 17, 2026, at Elizabeth Baptist Church which Pastor J. Dwayne Heard officiating.
For a caring farewell, at this time of intimate need and personal loss, the family of Bruce Lamont Clinkscale Jr. elected to entrust the Ministry of Comfort & Care, along with Transitional After-Care Arrangements to the J. E. Washington Funeral Services, 2234 Glenwood Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511 330.782.8500
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