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Alvin Clifton Obituary
Alvin Clifton went home to be with his Lord on Wednesday, September 23, 2015. Alvin was a lifelong resident of the Springfield area, born to Alvin and Mary Clifton.
Alvin was a contractor and loved creating and building, especially alongside his son and son in-law. Alvin was a member of UHBC serving as a deacon and trustee. Throughout his life, church and family were dearest to him.
He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Grace; his daughter, Lori Matthews and husband Todd; his son, Sam Clifton and wife Michelle; grandchildren, Ryan and Connor Matthews and Taylor, Dustin, and Nathan Clifton; and his siblings, Joan Chapman, Bob Clifton, and Carol Clifton.
A memorial service will be held at 4:00 p.m. in University Heights Baptist Church on Sunday, September 27, 2015. Arrangements have been entrusted to Greenlawn Funeral Home South, Springfield, Missouri.
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Memories and Condolences
for Alvin Clifton
The Randy Stange Family
October 6, 2015
Grace, Lori, Sam and family,
We will remember Alvin as a loving "friend to all," and one whose virtues will be missed. Your family will be on our hearts and in our prayers in the days ahead.
Derick and Stefanie Hurt
September 27, 2015
Our deepest condolences. We are keeping you all uplifted in prayer.
Ryan McDonald
September 27, 2015
Thinking of each of you at this time, and remembering what a kind man Alvin was to work with.
Christopher & Alison Miller
September 27, 2015
So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.
Cheryl (Kile) Chambers
September 27, 2015
Grace,Sam,Lori,and family; Sorry to hear of your loss. I have such fond memories of Alvin and your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
Betty Letterman
September 26, 2015
So sorry for your loss, prayers for you.
September 26, 2015
Grace, Sam and Lori,
Praying for peace and comfort only our Lord can send your way. Glad to have known Alvin and his contribution to the church, community and employees. Ronnie and Karla Temple
Dennis Breckenridge
September 25, 2015
Grace, Lori and Sam and loved ones. I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of Alvin. Alvin was a great friend, business man, and had a heart of gold. We had some great times in the past. I know he will be missed by all of his Springfield community friends.
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