Don Clements

Richard Don Clements, 55, a well-respected financial planner and talented musician, died on Tuesday, February 2, 2021 in an aviation accident.

At the time of his death, Don was a partner in the Global Asset Management Group (Raymond James) in Lake Charles, LA. Don, a Certified Financial Planner CFP® professional, had been active in investing and financial planning since 2002.  Don was passionate about helping clients prepare financially for their best life possible. In addition to holding the prestigious Certified Financial Planner® certificate, Don held advanced designations in the field of retirement income planning, RICP®, and retirement plans, CRPC®.  Prior to his career as a Financial Advisor, Don worked as a trader in the energy business, and as a CPA in a public accounting firm. Don graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting from Louisiana Tech University.

On January 30, 1993, Don married the love of his life, Nancy Edith Shaddock Clements, at the First United Methodist Church in Lake Charles, LA.  Little did they know but nine (9) years later, in 2002, Nancy, Don and their two children, Will and Mary Kathryn would become devoted members of First United Methodist Church in Lake Charles. Don was a talented guitarist and was a treasured member of the worship team at First United Methodist Church.

Besides being a talented musician, Don loved to travel, hike, fish and hunt. In 2012 Don completed a lifetime goal of traveling to Africa and climbing Mt. Kilimanjaro.  He was a lifetime member of the Louisiana Coastal Conservation Association (CCA), which is a non-profit organization dedicated to the conservation of Louisiana’s marine resources. Don and his wife, Nancy chaired the Big Lake Invitational Fishing Tournament for many years.   Don was also a proud supporter of the Boy Scout’s of America, and especially proud of his son, Will, becoming an Eagle Scout with Troup 5, which is associated with the First United Methodist Church.   Don was a member of the Krewe of Contraband. One of his proudest moments was in 2016 when he presented his daughter, Mary Kathryn as the Princess “Music of Lincoln Center”. Don was honored in 2015 as a Duke by the Krewe of Mystique for the many contributions he made to the community.  When Don wasn’t involved in hunting, fishing, and music, he was at home in his beautiful rose garden and vegetable garden, which he nurtured in order to bring fresh roses and vegetables on a regular basis to his beloved wife, Nancy.

Don is survived by his wife, Nancy Edith Shaddock Clements, and their two children, Mary Kathryn Clements and William Don Clements.  He was preceded in death by his father, Richard Don Clements, Sr. but is survived by his mother, Carolyn Joy Templeton Clements and his brother, Kirk Alan Clements, both of whom reside in Denton, Texas.  Don was dearly loved by the entire Shaddock family, numerous relatives and friends.

 A celebration of Don’s life will be held on Saturday, February 6, 2021 at 3:00 PM at First United Methodist Church located at 812 Kirkman Street, Lake Charles, LA 70601.  Visitation will be at the church from 12:00-3:00 pm.  Pallbearers are Todd Ammons, Kirk Clements, Bob Harp, Joseph Pousson, Kevin Robbins, and Henry Riquelmy.  Honorary Pallbearers are William Don Clements, William Edward Shaddock, Jr., Stephen Gorham Shaddock, William Edward Shaddock II MD, Brian Ray Jones and William Craig Jones.

In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to the music mission at First United Methodist Church in Lake Charles or to a charity of your choice.