Photo courtesy of SereniCare -- Draper - Draper
Draper, Utah
Jan 5, 1941 – Sep 29, 2012 (Age 71)
Verabel Call Cluff, 71, passed away peacefully after a valiant battle with cancer on September 29, 2012. Born in Brigham City, Utah on January 5, 1941, she was the fourth of five children born to David H. and LaRita Williams Call. She graduated from Box Elder High School and attended Utah State University where she was a member of Chi Omega, and subsequently received a bachelor's degree in communications from American University in Washington D.C. She married Tony Cluff and they had five children (later divorced).
She loved nature, adventure and travel. She was an artist, poet, writer, sculptor, and film maker. She actively advocated for women's issues, encouraging and supporting women in all walks of life to reach their highest potential. She recognized the value of preserving precious family memories and established her own business, Family History Preserved. She was a loyal and caring friend and loved by many. She was an active member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Most of all, she adored her children and eleven grandchildren.
She is survived by four of her five children, Mandi Burkey (Barry), Belle Rhees (Scott), Max (Stephanie) and Hans (Priscilla), son Matthew preceded her in death. Also survived by three sisters LaRita Evans, Suzanne Ferry, Judy Mantlo and brother David (Bo) Call.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, October 4, 2012 at 11 am at the Parley's 6th Ward, 2350 South 2100 East, SLC, Utah. A viewing will be held from 9:30 to 10:30 am preceding the funeral services.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to The Perpetual Education Fund for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latterday Saints.
Bel, it´s Sam, Getting closer to the Sea. I thank you, For the part `twas you of me.
Sam
April 29, 2023
I really miss you a lot!!!
Love Belle
Belle Rhees
December 05, 2012 | Heber City, UT
The prepackaged lunch fight, Camp Fire Girls, great laughter - See you later. Ciao! Isabel
October 25, 2012
A CHI SISTER, ROSALIE BRKLACY, WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR SWEET BELLE AND HER SPARKLING PERSONALITY...SHE MADE THE HOUSE SMILE.
ROSALIE SPIZ
October 09, 2012 | CARMICHAEL, CA
So sorry to hear about Belle. I met her through the indefatigable Mary Bradford. We took a wonderful tour of the British Isles together with Susan Howe, Sue Booth-Forbes, and Mary. Belle kept us laughing the whole way.
Nancy Dredge
October 07, 2012 | Arlington, MA
You were one of a kind, my Bella Belle. Beautiful, wise, smart, loving, and just so much fun! I was always ok as long as you were out there somewhere. I miss you so much!
Gene
October 05, 2012
Belle was my neighbor and my friend in Arlington, Virginia. I never saw Belle without a smile on her face. Her zest for life, her generosity, her loyalty and her deep commitment to her beliefs are some of the many memories I have and will always have of her.
The world has lost a true valiant spirit. She will be missed by many of us.
Harry J Rodas
October 05, 2012 | Houston, TX
To have known Belle is to have loved her and still love her. She danced through this life to the beat of her own drum. She leaves a discernible void and will be deeply missed. My heartfelt condolences go to her family.
Marti Grace Ashby
October 05, 2012 | Salt Lake City, UT
Will miss your infectious smile, willingness to befriend and help and creativeness. See you later.
Carol Byington Johnson
October 04, 2012 | Jacksonville, NC
