Dennis Clift Jr.

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Dennis Clift Obituary

Dennis A. Clift, Jr., 40, St. Paris, OH, died of pancreatic cancer at 8:00 a.m. Thursday, August 20, 2009 in his residence, in the presence of his family. He was born February 3, 1969 in Daytona Beach, FL, a son of Dennis Adrian Clift, and Barbara Jean (Beer) Clift. Dennis was a graduate of Spruce Creek High School, Port Orange, FL, attended Daytona Beach Community College, served in the U.S. Air Force for 13 years, worked at Noreast Transport for five years. He was an Eagle Scout, enjoyed NASCAR, golf, Corvettes, camping, music and computers. Dennis was a patient, caring, inspirational and influential man and always had a positive attitude. He enjoyed his family which includes his loving wife, Pamela (Neer) Clift, whom he married on August 6, 2000; his parents, Dennis Adrian Clift, and Barbara Jean (Beer) Clift, of South Daytona, FL; loving father to his daughter, Emily Neer Sherman, St. Paris, OH; and sons, Zachary Neer Sherman (Greta), Omaha, NE, Luke Neer Sherman, St. Paris, OH, and Eli Neer Sherman, St. Paris, OH; two brothers, James Edward Clift (Carrie), Laguna Beach, CA, and Charles Paul Clift (Lori), Jacksonville, FL; his black lab, Dale; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. The family will receive friends 3:00 4:30 p.m. Sunday, August 23, 2009 in the Urbana United Methodist Church, 238 N. Main Street, Urbana, OH, where a memorial service will be held at 4:30 p.m. Sunday, with Rev. Jeffrey S. Harper officiating. The family is being served by the Walter & Smith Funeral Home, Urbana, OH. Contributions may be made in Dennis' memory to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, 2141 Rosecrans Ave., Suite 7000, El Segundo, CA 90245, www.pancan.org.

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Published by Daytona Beach News-Journal on Aug. 22, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Dennis Clift

13 Entries

Gary Wandelt

September 13, 2009

I just now heard of the loss of your son, Dennis Jr. I am so sorry for such a loving family of friends that I have known for so long. I pray that God gives you comfort & peace. God Bless.

Anne Boudreau

September 13, 2009

Dear Barbara and Dennis, so sorry to hear of your sad news. My deepest sympathies. He sounded like quite a guy. Your Father Lopez friend, first wife to Bernie Roke, Anne Boudreau

Molly Shakar

September 2, 2009

Barb and Denny,
We just heard today of your loss. We were shocked and so sorry to hear about Dennis.
Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Lots of love,
Molly and Jamie Shakar

Denny and Barbara Clift

August 27, 2009

Barbara and I would like to thank all of you for your prayers and kind words. It is so precious for us to hear the lives Dennis touched in such a positive way. I know he is watching down on us and helping in his loving way. Thank you all, Denny and Barbara

Beth Hoag

August 24, 2009

To the Clift Family
God Bless all of you in this difficult time. We have such fond memories of all of you as we were all joined with the Spruce Creek High Steppin' Hawks Marching Band program. Dennis was a great leader and friend to everyone. Our lives are so much better for knowing him. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Beth Hoag

Jon Courtney

August 24, 2009

Barbara and Denny,

My deepest sympathies to you about Denny Jr. I have fond memories of Denny, he was a kind soul and a natural leader. My sympathies to you and the rest of the family.

Wendy Havenner Locke

August 22, 2009

Mr. & Mrs. Clift & family,
I am deeply saddened by the loss of Dennis and my prayers are with you all. He truly made a difference in the lives of everyone he knew.

Karen Albright

August 22, 2009

Barbara & Denny,

We send our sincere sympathy, love, and prayers on the death of your son Dennis. This must be a painful time for you to lose one of your children at such a young age. We hope the love of old friends will bring you some comfort.

Karen & Jim Albright

tina larson

August 22, 2009

mr. and mrs. clift,
i am so very very sorry for your loss! dennis was a sweet and kind soul and always a good friend! i remember his love for the band and the people he sourounded himself with! take comfort that he is with our heavenly father. my thoughts and prayers are with you and your loved ones. rest in peace dennis, you are forever our band captain!
tina larson

Hewitt & Allene Dupont

August 22, 2009

Barbara and Denny, you are in our thoughts and prayers. We have fond memories of Dennis and the fun times we all had together with our boys. Our hearts go out to you...we are here for you when you need us. Take care.

Gayle Clark

August 22, 2009

Barbara & Denny, I just check the obits everyday. I am shocked, as I'm sure you are. Sorry doesn't cover it. Will call my Joseph and tell him. We have such fond memories. I love you all. Gayle

Pru Holmes

August 22, 2009

Barbara and Denny, we are so sorry for your loss. I don't know if you remember me but I went to Cub Scout Leader training with you both (how many years ago?) and my son Anthony went all through Scouts and school with Dennis. Dennis was the Band Captain and Anthony was the Drum Major in Spruce Creek High School Band. Anthony and I both send you our sincere condolences and if you need anything please get in touch. Again, words can't express. May God comfort you now. Pru & Anthony Scott Compton

J C

August 22, 2009

Please accept our deepest condolences for the loss of your loved one, and take comfort in the words of our heavenly father, "who comforts us in all our tribulation, that we may be able to comfort those in any sort of tribulation through the comfort with which we ourselves are being comforted by God."-(1 Cor. 1:4)

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