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CLIFFORD, James
James Clifford, 94 of Madison, beloved husband of the late Marie Clifford, died peacefully at his home on Sunday (June 23, 2013). He was born on Dec. 12, 1918 in New Haven to Patrick and Mary (Sullivan) Clifford. He leaves four well-loved children: William Clifford and his wife Jaclynn of Norfolk, VA, Judge Patrick Clifford and his wife Susan of Madison, Nancy and her husband Robert Haney of Clinton and the Republic of Panama, and Mary Johnson of Madison; he also leaves 12 grandchildren and five great-grandchildren. He is survived by his sister Mary Ostrander of Canton, OH, and his brothers John Clifford of Branford, and Daniel Clifford of Milford. He was predeceased by his sisters Barbara Chase and Kathryn Brozek and his brother Patrick Clifford. He graduated from Hillhouse High School in New Haven, and Providence College in 1941. He was a decorated U. S. Navy fighter pilot in World War II, flying off the deck of the aircraft carrier USS Intrepid and received numerous citations for bravery including two Air Medals and the Distinguished Flying Cross. He was president of the Clifford, Bang and Loos Insurance Agency in Hamden, Ct for 35 years until retirement. He was a long time communicant of St. Margaret's Parish in Madison. He was a loyal fan of the Providence College basketball team and the Boston Red Sox and was an avid golfer at the Madison Country Club for approximately 48 years. He cherished the moments with friends and family and will be remembered, loved, and missed by many.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Margaret's Church, Madison on Thursday, June 27 at 10 a.m. Burial with Full Military Honors will follow in Westside Cemetery, Madison. Visiting hours will be held on Wednesday, June 26 from 4-7 at the Guilford Funeral Home, 115 Church St, Guilford. Contributions in lieu of flowers can be made in the memory of "James Clifford '41" to the Friar Forever Fund, Providence College, 1 Cunningham Square, Providence, R.I. 02918. To share a memory or leave a message of condolence for the family, please visit: www.GuilfordFuneralHome.com.
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Memories and Condolences
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Barbara Meyer
June 18, 2020
Always in my prayers, Jim. Miss you❤
June 28, 2013
Pat
Just found out-You had said he was having some issues
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family--He was great man.
The Beavers
J.D. SMITH
June 27, 2013
TO THE CLIFFORD FAMILY, I AM VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MR.CLIFFORD WAS A GREAT MAN.JIMMY CLIFFORD SERVED AS THE BEST MAN AT MY PARENTS WEDDING. MY PARENTS LOVED THE CLIFFORDS.JAMES CLIFFORD WAS A TRUE PATRIOT,GREAT FRIEND,AND WONDERFUL FAMILY MAN. GOD BLESS MR. CLIFFORD . REST IN PEACE.
June 27, 2013
To all the Clifford family, our deepest sympathy. James was our Insurance agent for years around 1960. May the Leprechauns be near you to spread good luck along your way. May all of the Irish Angels smile on you today. Jane McGuire and family New Haven
David Church
June 26, 2013
Another Naval Aviator has gone "West". The greatest generation will live on forever. Their sacrifice has allowed us the opportunity to live very privileged lives in the greatest country in the world. We will be forever indebted to these brave men and women. Pat and Family, our sincere condolences and prayers are with you and your entire family. He will not be forgotten and will be forever loved!
Tom Clifford
June 26, 2013
Dear Pat - Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your dear father. He was blessed with a full, active, rich life. A true member of "The Greatest Generation" with service to family, faith, country and community they just do not make them like that anymore. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy on your loss.
Sincerely,
Brian Brozek
June 26, 2013
To our cousins: Uncle Jim was our Irish Blessing. We will always remember his smile and that dry wit. A true gentleman who touched so many lives. Our deepest sympathy to all of you. We are sorry we can't be with you at this time but know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Brian and Debbie Brozek
Family Karp
June 26, 2013
Pat and Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the Clifford family during this difficult time.
Our love to all.
Karp Family
Corene Franca
June 26, 2013
Dear Judge Clifford,
Our deepest condolences to you and your family, just know we are thinking of you.
Barbara Meyer
June 25, 2013
We are deeply saddened by the loss of our beloved uncle/godfather. You left us with many wonderful memories, Jim. May your children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren by blessed as you have been for 94 years. Love you all and will sorely miss you, Uncle Jim. Barbara Ostrander Meyer, Ken and family.
W. Gardiner
June 25, 2013
My sympathy to the Clifford family. My Dad also served on the Intrepid on the hanger deck. Our "Greatest Generation" is sadly passing. They are all heroes.
Laura Simone
June 25, 2013
I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Clifford's passing. My parents had been such longtime clients that they became friends. My thoughts and prayers to you all at this time of sorrow.
Ed Ketz
June 25, 2013
Bill, I'm very sad to hear of your Dad's passing. I know he was great encouragement for you and a testament to his generation. You are blessed to have had him for a Dad for so long. I am very sorry for your loss.
Janet Schermerhorn
June 24, 2013
Dear Pat, Sue and family...Tom and I feel truly blessed to have been able to meet 'Poppy' and have fond memories of him. Our deepest condolences to all of you...xo Love, Janet and Tom
Diane and Rob Gourley
June 24, 2013
To Pat and family,
So sorry to hear of your father's
death, a very classy guy from the "great generation ", our thoughts are with all of you as you celebrate a life "well lived but sadly missed".
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