Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Walker's Funeral Home of Chapel Hill

120 W Franklin St

Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Mahlon Clifford Obituary

Mahlon James Clifford, Jr.

April 4, 1934 - November 1, 2013

Chapel Hill

Mahlon J. Clifford, Jr., 79, of Chapel Hill, North Carolina, passed away, November 1, 2013 at his home.

Mahlon was born April 4, 1934 in Oxford, North Carolina to Mahlon and Louise Clifford. He grew up on a tobacco farm and was valedictorian of his High School. He graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill in 1956. Mahlon served in the army for two years and was based in southern France. On June 10, 1961 he married Marian Ruth Sinico in Pittsfield, Massachusetts. Mahlon and Marian lived and raised their three children in Ballston Lake, New York. Mahlon worked for General Electric Company for 35 years as a Finance Controller in Schenectady, NY. They moved to Chapel Hill, North Carolina and Mahlon finished his career with GE in Mebane, North Carolina. Upon retiring from GE, Mahlon worked for Group Schneider in Raleigh, North Carolina. Mahlon was an active member within the Rotary Club for 25 years and enjoyed fishing and spending time with his family. Mahlon is survived by his wife, his three daughters; his brother; two sisters; and all of their families. A funeral service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on November 6, 2013 at Walker's Funeral Home located at 120 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516 with visiting hours from 9:00-10:00 a.m. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Michael J. Fox Parkinson Foundation.

Published by The News & Observer on Nov. 5, 2013.
34465541-95D0-45B0-BEEB-B9E0361A315A

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Memories and Condolences
for Mahlon Clifford

Not sure what to say?





4 Entries

Dear Marian and the Girls, I was Mahlon's Administrative Asst. for several years at Schneider Electric and loved him dearly. He was a man of character and integrity and was the best example of excellence at all times. Also, he had a sense of humor that I will always remember! The last thing he said to me before he retired was "it goes by in a blink of an eye, have fun." I've took that heart. You have my deepest sympathy.

Sharon Roberson

November 12, 2013

So sorry for your loss, Marion and family. I will always remember Mahlon.

November 6, 2013

We send our deepest sympathies to the family of Mr. Mahlon at this most difficult time. Marion, our hearts are with you and your daughters.

Catherine and the Staff of Visiting Angels

November 5, 2013

My deepest sympathy goes out to the Clifford family in their time of bereavement and it was an honor to have known Mr. Mahlon Clifford.

Sheila Brown

November 5, 2013

Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results

Make a Donation
in Mahlon Clifford's name

Memorial Events
for Mahlon Clifford

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Walker's Funeral Home of Chapel Hill

120 W Franklin St, Chapel Hill, NC 27516

How to support Mahlon's loved ones
Commemorate a cherished Veteran with a special tribute of Taps at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Mahlon Clifford's life and legacy
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more