Clifford G. Shelton

Cliff and I played basketball at Gresham. He was famous for the "barn pass." In 1954 we won the League and played in the State tournament. Later, we crossed paths in several ways, coaching, teaching politics, and golf. We reunited in Palm Springs marshaling at different golf courses and socializing. I was a member of the River Rats also. Deep loss.
Nancy, we have you in our hearts. Robbie and I would like to attend any future memorial for Cliff.
Sincerely, Gary Roy

I’m so sorry I did not see this in October Cliff was good friends with my late Uncle, Ronald “Storm” Langos I got to know Cliff when I was coaching basketball at Corvallis HS and he always had a smile and a warm handshake for me When I would run into him at the state tournamentI loved my Uncle and I know my Uncle loved Cliff i’m sorry for your loss...

I Miss you so much Papa!!!

When I think of my years in school, Mr Shelton is the first teacher I think of. He was special, approachable, and perfect for an all boys school.
Mike Hudson
Central Catholic '67

Mr. Shelton was my social studies teacher at Tigard High in the mid-1970s. Such a good-humored, witty, sharp man. At the time he was the varsity basketball coach as well -- then as now, a big deal at Tigard High. A lot of high school coaches only care about the kids who can help them win games. But Mr. Shelton saw worth in all his kids. His classes were engaging, fresh, and innovative. My wife just retired after teaching for 42 years, and this I know: teaching is the easiest job in the...