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Clifford Talbott Obituary

Clifford Talbott

Abilene, TX

Clifford A. Talbott, age 94, passed away April 25, 2015. Clifford was born May 27, 1920 in Plymouth County, Iowa to the late Charles Albert and Abby Elizabeth (Fletcher) Talbott. In March of 1942, he enlisted in the U.S. Army and was stationed at Camp Barkley, where he met the love of his life, Mozelle Payne, on a blind date. They married January 9, 1943 in Abilene. While in the Army, Clifford served in both the 90th Infantry Division and the 36th Brigade. On June 6, 1944, under the leadership of General George Patton, the brave soldiers of the 4th and 90th Division stormed the Utah Beach in Normandy, France. Clifford was the recipient of the Purple Heart, Bronze Arrowhead, Five Bronze Stars for five major battles, three Overseas Bars and the French Legion of Honor Medal in addition to several other commendations. He and Mozelle were longtime members of University Baptist Church. For the last 27 years, Clifford volunteered at the Cobb Park Senior Citizen's Center. He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 64 years, Mozelle; five sisters and four brothers. Survivors include his son and daughter-in-law, Charles and Joyce Talbott of Gatesville, TX; daughter and son-in-law, Connie and Phil Watkins of Abilene; 5 grandchildren, Clint Talbott and wife Kayla, Valerie Molloy and husband Ryan, Stefanie Beaver and husband Brent, Trina Wilhelm and husband Josh and Travis Watkins and wife Kelli; 9 great grandchildren and 3 great great grandchildren. The family will receive friends from 6pm to 8pm Friday, May 1st at the Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home, 542 Hickory Street. Funeral Services will be held 11am Saturday, May 2nd at Elliott-Hamil Funeral Home with Rev. Rowland Gregory officiating. Burial with Military Honors will follow in Trent Garden of Memories Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Brent Beaver, Josh Wilhelm, Ryan Molloy, Clint Talbott, Travis Watkins and Steve Talbott. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Clifford's memory can be made to your favorite charity. To leave a condolence for the family, go to www.elliotthamilfuneralhome.com.

Published by Abilene Reporter-News on Apr. 29, 2015.
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Hervé Chalmeton

May 16, 2015

Charles Just saw that Cliff had passed away remember the 55 Chevy and the Olds 442 met cliff at the Abilene State School back in the 1970s may God b with u and the family at this time Edd Stevens Portland Tenn

May 1, 2015

Charles and Connie, I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I really enjoyed having both your parents as volunteers and as close friends at Cobb Senior Center. They were so helpful there and would do anything that needed to be done. You will be in my thoughts and prayers through this time. Blessings, Anna Johnson Mann.

Anna Johnson Mann

April 30, 2015

Charles, Connie and family, I am so sorry to learn of the passing of your great dad. How well I remember the good times we all had as kids while our parents and your folks visited! Great memories were made! They are all four together with our Lord now, I just know talking about the times they had on fishing trips while on this earth! May God grant you peace and hold you in His precious arms in this time of separation.

Tony Rogers

April 29, 2015

Connie-Charles....you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. I remember your father a a true gentleman.

Jerry M. rhodes

April 29, 2015

I always enjoyed listing to Cliff's stories from WW II. I got to know Cliff because his son Charles lives here in Gatesville. Cliff will be missed.

Paul Smith

April 29, 2015

Charles, Connie and family,
I have so many wonderful memories growing up across the street from y'all and all the hours we spent at your home. Your mom and dad were so special to us. Even over the years and staying somewhat in touch with Cliff, the memories still flourish. He was such an amazing person, his love for cars really touched me... He was one-of-a-kind and will be missed. My love and prayers for each of you through this time.

Pam DeWitt

April 29, 2015

We have lost an American Hero. A great man. His stories will forever be in my heart. Miss you already.

Dana Henderson

April 29, 2015

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