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Laura Robarge
July 22, 2010
Happy Birthday Cliff!
You are missed dearly, we think of you everyday.
Shawn, Laura and Christopher
July 21, 2010
This candle is to celebrate you & your life as your Birthday approaches!! I miss you like crazy and think of you always!! Happy Birthday Baby!! I Love You!!
Jo
January 12, 2010
Duder...your words couldn't ring more true. I can't believe it has been a year. The void is still very much there.
JoAnn and Lexi, I think of you every day, and I know that Cliff is watching you. He is VERY proud of the hard work you have put into this healing process. It has not been easy, but you just keep plugging away.
Shannon, I know Cliff would be so proud of how you have held this family together. You have found a strength that I believe comes from Cliff.
Together, you guys can muddle through.
I know Cliff is very proud of his family being together. That is all he wanted..
I love you and think of you always.
Laura
January 2, 2010
WOW!! It's hard to believe that a year has past already. It has been a very rough road for all of us who were close to Cliff. JoAnn, Lexi, Shannon, Marc and Cliff's close friends and family have felt the void. Cliff was an Angel sent to all of us and then was taken to finish his work in Heaven. He is now looking down on us and protecting us, especially his wonderful wife and children. JoAnn he is with you and Lexi each and every day protecting the both of you as you venture out into the day. Remember keep your head up high because he is there and will always be with you.
Love you Duder
Alexis Levin
April 6, 2009
cliff was the best father to me. i pray everynight to see him in my dreams and when i do dream of him, they are the best dreams i could ever ask for. i wake up to a better day to know that i can still hear him see him and feel his kind heart. It might not be the way i want to see him. But its better than not seeing him at all. Just this past dream i had about two nights ago was my favorite of all :) we were laying down in my room the whoooole time in my dream, just talking and catching up on things. i told him that my mom and i have been talking about making my room in to a MSU! room and he thought it was the coolest thing. i just sat there in his arms giving him hugs and kisses and told him that i miss him. i will never let go of the close-ness i had with him. He will never be forgotten by anyone.
He left an important mark on all of our hearts that will never leave us.
I love him and miss him like no other
- his daughter
Mike Irmen
March 25, 2009
I wasn't one of the lucky ones. I hadnn't known Cliff for long before he was diagnosd with cancer. I did however know him long enough to appreciate what a devoted husband, father and friend to all who knew him he was .
I also had the priviledge of visiting with him every week during his heroic battle for his life. During those last 5 months with us, he was never concerned about himself, only about those that he loved and cared for that he had to leave behind. I was blessed to witness the love and devotion that was expressed by his family, particularly his immediate family JoAnn, Lexi, Shannon and Marc. Even as he was dying, I could see him bringing them closer together.
My heart goes out to his family and friends that have lost their life long friend......for now. He'll be waiting for us all in heaven.
Shannon Tupper
March 25, 2009
I have really struggled with what to say about my Dad. It's difficult to sum up in a few words someone that meant so much to so many people. I could write pages about childhood memories with Dad, like playing catch in the street, learning to punch like a boy, doing donuts with his El Camino in the church parking lot, or even tickling my little brother while Dad held him down.
Dad was so proud of his family. Marc for his careers - first in the Air Force, now a police officer, Lexi with her sports and JoAnn for all that she does for the family.
If you knew Dad at all you knew he would do anything for just about anyone. He worked hard on the road all week and often gave up his weekends doing projects for others. If you didn't know Dad, in five minutes of conversation his character and kind heart would reveal itself.
His illness was a surprise and heartbreaking for all of us, but Dad was true to himself to the end. He fought hard and looked out for his family, worrying more about all of us than himself.
Dad did not want to leave us yet and we certainly weren't ready to let him go. He will be missed more than words could ever describe.
I love you Dad.
Marsha Schmidt (Walsh)
February 12, 2009
My Dear JoAnn and Lexi, Be thankful for all of the loving memories you have of the wonderful life you shared together.Cliff will always be with you in your heart. He loved you completely. May you find peace and the strength to move forward at this sad time in your life. God Bless you both. I love you.
Kathy (Bowes) Riley
February 7, 2009
JoAnn and family,
I was so saddend to hear of Cliff's illness and now his death. What a great loss to your family and those who knew him. I will hold you all in my prayers.
Edie Bowes-Jones
February 7, 2009
Dear JoAnn,
Your words to Cliff brought tears to my eyes. I am sorry that his time with you was cut short- there truly never is enough time- ever. I am praying for peace for you and Lexi now & look forward to seeing you soon.
Your friend always,
JOANN TUPPER
February 6, 2009
My Dearest Cliff, love of my life, you are the most amazing person I have ever known. You are one in
million by far. I would give anything just to hold you one more time. I miss the sound of your voice and the touch of your hand. I miss our daily conversations, whether about life, politics, history, or just plain old gossip. I miss the way you made me laugh everyday. Your genuine interest in others was a true testament to who you were. My life is forever changed, for there will always be a part of me missing.
Thank you honey for every moment we spent together. Although we were not even close to being finished sharing our lives together, I will be forever greatful for the time that we did have. We will always have 3 kisses before bed--except when I sneak in # 4 and 5 because I just could never get enough of you. Your chair will always remain "your chair", no matter who else may sit in it. My heart will always belong to you, for nobody else could possibly care for it the way you did. I will somehow get thru the rest of this journey because of the strength you gave me. I will no longer fear the end because I know that it brings me closer to being with you again. Your little buddy max continues to keep your side of the bed warm.
I will always love you with every ounce of my being. All my love forever baby! Love Me.
Ginny Klinkman
January 29, 2009
Dear Family, My heart hurts knowing the pain of losing a loved one. How did the geeky little cousin of mine grow into such a big handsome kind man? I wish we lived closer so we could have shared more time together. Savor the memories. Love, Ginny
Sandy Bigler
January 8, 2009
I was one of the lucky ones that got to know Cliff by stoping in at Speedway every morning. What a guy, just by talking to him there I could see he was a wonderful husband and father. My prayer and thoughts go out to his family. He will be missed by all. God Bless
Sandy Bigler
Lisa
January 7, 2009
I have worked with Jo for over 11 years we have built a friendship over those many years. We have watched the relationship between Cliff and Jo grow to a true and lasting love, they were blessed to have each other. I was remembering when they first bought their house and we (my sons and I) came to see their new home. My boys seemed drawn to Cliff and went and sat down on the couch with him and just talked with him. They had never met him before but he was that kind of man that made you comfortable and talked to you like what you had to say mattered. That was also the same visit where Jo, Lexi, Brandon Jacob and I took a walk down by the river and Lexi asked where's Lisa? I had fallen into a hole!! Everyone laughed and when we got back to their house Cliff asked what happened to you? Of course everyone laughed again...He will be missed and everyone is better for knowing him. Don't worry Cliff we will all look out for Jo and Lexi
Andrea Hudson
January 7, 2009
My heart dropped when I heard the news. I consider myself a very lucky person to have known Cliff. His laugh and smile were infectious and always had a great story to tell. JoAnn, please know, you and Cliff's many friends and family members are in my thoughts and my prayers. Only time will heal this wound.
Wesley Hull
January 6, 2009
The Lord be with you and your Family.
Wesley & Betty Hull
Arcadia Mi.
The Selders Family
January 6, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Cliff seemed like a really nice guy the few times I talked to him at the different sporting events at the school. You will be missed by many.
Patti Johnson
January 6, 2009
Cliff You are the best brother a girl can ever have, and a great friend too! I will remember all the times you were there for me when I was down. When you would get a load up north I would work all night and in the morning you get me up at five just so we could have coffee and talk about things that your family was up to for about two hours. then you would have to leave and we always say see you next time. Joann, you are a great sister-in-law and friend. My prayers and thoughts will always be with you and your family. I sure will remember the great times we had when we lived in Rossford and Northwood. God Bless you and keep you safe.
Lee Johnson
January 5, 2009
to my best friend, father, brother, and his family,
i love you all with all my heart. you will be missed very much by me. thank you for everything we did together and all the times we shared. love lee
Marc Tupper
January 5, 2009
Dad, I love you and thank you for everything you've taught me. I look at all these entry's and know that many people were blessed in meeting you. I NEVER will forget you. Love Budrow!!!!!!!
jerry miller
January 5, 2009
your smile and your laugh will be with me forever. you always made me feel happy every time i saw you. My prayers are with you and the family.
Rachel Torres
January 5, 2009
Janis and Laura, I am very sorry to hear about your brother, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Dillon Mitchell
January 5, 2009
Cliff, thank you for being in our lives. you did so much for me without even knowing it. your family is in my prayers! you are missed by many and by us. we will meet again my friend.
nicole bloom
January 5, 2009
i will always remember the good times and i will always carry your honesty with me. you will be forever missed and always in my heart. i love you uncle cliff. i know you know that. rest in peace and we all hope to see you again when its our time to join you.
love always, grace aka nicki
Rosemarie Kelly
January 5, 2009
It was a privilege to have known Cliff while he was stationed in England and also met him again in the states while visiting with my sister and husband. He made us feel most welcome and he always had an infectious smile. God Bless him and his family.
Duder
January 4, 2009
Cliff was a brother that everyone wishes they could have. He was the hub of our family and friends circle with all of us being the spokes to the hub. He was always there to lend an ear and could put things into perspective to help you through your problems. He brought JoAnn and Lexi into his life and ours, what a blessing!!!! He will sadly and dearly be missed. We Love you Cliff and We Love you Jo for being there and taking great care of Cliff until the end.
Angela Cionka
January 4, 2009
Cliff,
I'm really going to miss you && i love you so0o much. you were like a dad/uncle 2 me since you've been there since the day i was born. I'm so0o glad i had some1 in my life that i could talk to about anything, also i would've never met lexi && have a good friend well more like sister like her. I just cant believe it had to happen to you && it happen just so fast. I think about you every night in my dreams. Thank you for everything!! I LOVE YOU!!!
PAUL & LOIS Schram
January 4, 2009
WHAT A VOID AND VACANCY IS LEFT WITH CLIFF NOT AROUND TO SHARE HIS SMILE AND JOKES. CLIFF ALWAYS WAS ONE TO SHOW
RESPECT TO HIS ELDERS. MAY THE LOVE HE SHARED WITH OTHERS COME BACK TO COMFORT HIS FAMILY.
scott kuhlman
January 4, 2009
i always enjoyed talking to cliff when he came into the shop to write his truck up for repairs. we would always have a good laugh & joked around.he will always be missed. my deepest sympathy.
Steve and Teresa Westfall
January 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of Cliff's family. We are deeply saddened by his passing but have many great memories of Cliff when he was stationed in England and while vistiing in Ohio. Cliff was the Best Man at our wedding and we will miss his warm and friendly smile. We are sure that God has a special place for him in heaven.
Ray Reitz
January 4, 2009
I bowled with Cliff in the Sat nite mens league at Rossford. He was a really great person and will be missed. My Deepest Sympathy.
leonard harris
January 4, 2009
You were a great guy, i will truly mis your stories and your laugh. It was my honor and pleasure to have known you and your family.
Troy and Becky Bowman
January 4, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers go out to Joanne and the family. Cliff was a great guy. He was my mentor, he taught me everything that I know about car hauling. We will miss him very much, but the memories will always be there.
Joyce Morris
January 4, 2009
I know Cliff will be missed. I will remember always the beautiful care you and the family gave to him. My life was enriched just by the short touching I had with you.
God Bless, Joyce, RN Hospice NWO
Shelly,Chip,Jessica,Devin jones
January 4, 2009
i'm sorry to hear about your loss JoAnn, you will be in our prayer.
have faith and that will get you through this rough time.
David&Susan Martin
January 4, 2009
Cliff was our son in-law and will be missed by our entire family. He was a wonderful husband to our daughter, and a great father to grand daughter Lexi. He left this life too soon and leaves behind many friends and family that loved him and will miss him.
Herb Buckner
January 4, 2009
Cliff, I was one of the lucky ones, I knew you when you were a young man. I want to tell your wife, and family, of a couple of good times we had together. Cliff was my mechanic/helper, when I ran in demolishon derbys, he was a teenager, also I took him with me, on a couple of runs, on the gas tanker, I use to drive. Cliff was just in awe, of these experiences, and I feel so blessed to have shared these experiences with him. Cliff, always had a smile, and was one of the kindest, most gental soles I have ever had the honor to know. My thougts and prayers, are with you. I know there is a very special place in heaven for Cliff.
Kerry O'Brien-McMullen
January 4, 2009
I've known Cliffy for over 30 years. He was kind of a 'package deal.' I married his best friendd, Jim, whom he affectionately referred to as 'Dad,' and got Cliffy, too. He became like the brother I lost so many years ago. When he and Jim were on the road together, I knew they were both safe because they would watch each others' back. Cliffy had a goofy laugh and, we did plenty of laughing. Cliff was the only person who knew the 'whole story' between Jim and myself, and was good at keeping secrets and confidences. He gave great advice and leant a compassionate ear on more than one occasion. He was planning on bringing JoAnn to our new home in NC this Summer for a visit. We would have had a good time sitting on the porch, listening to Cliffy and Jim reliving their 'trucking days.' God Speed, Dear Cliffy. Thank you for your years of friendship.
Love, Kerry
Don Cooper
January 4, 2009
Cliff you will be missed by many of us at work. My thoughts and prayers go out to your wife and family.
Denny & Beth Jeffrey
January 4, 2009
We are so sorry for your loss. Keep him close by remembering the good times. He will be w/you all, always.
I really enjoyed our times @ Rossford Speedway. He was a good guy.
Bruce Cox
January 4, 2009
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Laura Robarge
January 4, 2009
We are one of the lucky ones to have our lives be touched by Cliff, and are forever grateful to have had him as a friend.
We love you JoAnn, Alexis Julia, Marc and Shannon.
Love-Shawn, Laura and Christopher Robarge
JOHN SIMS
January 4, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
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