Clifford K. Stratton

1934 - 2010

Clifford K. Stratton obituary, 1934-2010

Clifford K. Stratton

1934 - 2010

BORN

1934

DIED

2010

Clifford Stratton Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 7, 2010.
(Flag)Clifford (Cliff) Stratton passed away April 4, 2010, at UNMC Clarkson Hospital in Omaha. Born April 30, 1934, and raised in Custer, in the scenic Black Hills of South Dakota. Faithfully served in the National Guard and Air Force from 1949 to 1955, including 2 years in Okinawa during the Korean War. Married Vivian (Kay) Schulze May 20, 1958, in Deadwood, SD. Retired from the telephone company in 1992 after 37 years. Preceded in death by his parents, Arthur and Edna Stratton; his brothers, Robert, George, and Dale; his sisters, Frances and Ruth. Survived by his brother, Glenn. Also survived by his beloved wife, Vivian (Kay); sons Kenneth (DeAnna) Stratton of Omaha, NE; Steven (Karleen) Stratton of Aurora, CO; Ronald (Edneuza) Stratton of Evansville, IN; and daughter Nancy (Steven) Schram of Colorado Springs, CO. Loving grandfather of Alex and Tyler Stratton, Cassidy and Jared Stratton, and Ashley and Lydia Schram. Enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren, golfing, and socializing at Krispy Kreme on West Center Road. Memorial service Saturday 11AM at Crosby Colonial Chapel. Private Inurnment. In lieu of flowers, please send memorials to Holt International Children's Services at www.holtinternational.org.

Crosby Burket Swanson Golden Colonial Chapel
11902 W. Center Road
Omaha, NE 333-7200
www.crosby-burket.com

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April 13, 2010

Connie Jones posted to the memorial.

April 12, 2010

Cindy Johnson posted to the memorial.

April 10, 2010

William Stratton posted to the memorial.

Connie Jones

April 13, 2010

Kay and family- You are all in my thoughts and prayers at this time of your great loss. Cliff was a very kind, thoughtful man to all who passed through his live. Although it has been a long time, I often think of the time spent with him each day riding to and from work in Sioux Falls.

Cindy Johnson

April 12, 2010

Kay & family,
I just heard of Cliff's death & wanted to send my condolences. It doesnt seem like many years ago I was car pooling to Sioux Falls for work with him. He will always be remembered as such a kind & helpful person to me
You're are in my prayers, Cindy Johnson

William Stratton

April 10, 2010

Aunt Kay (and family),

I was so very very sorry to learn of Uncle Clif's passing. He was and always will be my favorit uncle. I spent my whole life (and perhaps to some degree was sucessful) wanting to grow up to be like him. My biggest rgret of course is that I never really expressed this to him.

Unfortunately, I will not be able to attend services, but I will be theere in spirit.

April 9, 2010

Kenny/family - you and your family will be in our prayers and are so sorry for your loss; what a wonderful life lived, loved and remembered by all. Libby & Wally Beckham Beckham (Austin, TX)

Adrian Alvarez

April 9, 2010

Kenny and Family, My deepest sympathies and condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father. My he be resting with God in Heaven.

Kathy Olberding

April 8, 2010

Kay - please know you are in our hearts and prayers. We are so sorry to hear of Cliff's death and for your loss.
Love, The Olberdings

LaVerne Johnson

April 8, 2010

We will miss you, Cliff. We were neighbors in RC for several years and were part of the "telephone family". My heartfelt sympathy and prayers go out to his family. LaVerne Johnson

Bill Fead

April 7, 2010

Thanks for your Service to Our Country.
Past Commander V.F.W. and Ret. N.W. Bell Tele.

Gail Hanna

April 7, 2010

from Gail and Willis Hanna ---- Daughter Karen lives in Sturgis and let us know of the obituary for Cliff that was in the Rapid City Journal. We are sorry that he is gone. He will be missed. I reminded Karen of how you folks kept our three chickens when you lived on the farm near Sioux Falls.
Cliff said that heer one chicken committed Hari Kari because it landed in the water in the stock tank and drowned. Goodness, your 2990 Christmas card still lays on my desk just because I lost your adress. When we rec'd your card I couldn't find the one prepared for you ---what a confusion. It was Cliff who encouragedand got meto quit my smoking. I now have Asthma due to the cigarettes. If only someone had told us the dangers of smoking waaay back then. Gail

Cork & Bev Jahner

April 7, 2010

Sympathy to Cliff's family. We were all a part if the telephone family at one time. Sincerely Cork & Bev Jahner

Jack Motter

April 7, 2010

I have many fond memories of working with Cliff for a lot of years.
My condolences go out to his family and to Glen

Jack Motter

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