Clarence Edward Masters, 94, of Oak Ridge died Wednesday, Nov. 13, 2002, at his home.

He was born June 22, 1908, at Laflin, Mo., son of John and Laura Poston Masters. He and Charlotte Atchley were married Jan. 25, 1936. She died Aug. 24, 2001.

Masters was a maintenance worker many years at Southeast Missouri State University.

Survivors include two nieces, Marybeth Helderman of Whitewater and Kim Knight of Leopold, Mo.

He was preceded in death by two brothers and a sister.

Graveside service will be at 10 a.m. today at Barks Chapel Cemetery, with the Rev. Jerry Sander officiating.

Liley Funeral Home at Marble Hill, Mo., is in charge of arrangements.