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Clifford Correll Obituary
'Pop'
CONCORD -- Mr. Correll, age 80, of 4179 Ivydale Rd. SW, Concord, NC, died Monday at Carolina's Medical Center, University.
Mr. Correll's family will receive friends Thursday from 5-6:30 PM at the Infield Media Center at Lowe's Motor Speedway, a memorial service will begin at 6:30 PM and the family will continue to receive friends following the service. At other times the family will be at the residence of his son Bobby Correll, 8304 Hambeywood Dr., Indian Trail.
Mr. Correll was born March 31, 1926 in Mecklenburg County, NC son of the late James C. Correll and Mattie Knight Correll. He was a member of Living Faith Baptist Church. He enjoyed coaching and playing sports, was a retired postal employee, and a member of the Oasis Shriners Temple. For many years he worked infield security at Lowe's (Charlotte) Motor Speedway.
He is survived by his son Bobby Correll and wife Chrissie of Indian Trail; daughters, Karen Jones of Ft. Mill, SC and Janie Correll of Mint Hill, NC; brother, Jimmy Correll of Lake Tillery, NC; sister, Jane Allgaier of Ellijay, GA, seven grandchildren and four great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers memorial should be directed to Speedway Children's Charities or Victory Junction Gang Camp.
Gordon Funeral Home of Mt. Pleasant is serving Mr. Correll's family.
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Memories and Condolences
for Clifford Correll
Michele Kostelnik
July 20, 2024
I still miss you Cliffy, you were one in a gazillon!!
Michele Kostelnik
March 19, 2007
I went on line shortly after my dear friends death in July to sign this book however the entry never made it in the guest book. I hope this one does. I continue and will always miss my loving friend, he made a mark on my heart that no one can ever erase. His love and friendship meant everything to me and there is not a day that goes by that I don't think about him. He's able to listen to me all the time now and god knows I still talk to him regularly. In the sweet by and by "we" shall meet on that beautiful shore, I'll expect to see you waiting there for "me". God bless the family for I know what they will be missing.
Cherie Rodenburgh
July 31, 2006
My first entry in this registry was to convey condolences to the part of his family I know so well (Jim, Wanda and Janie). But as I read these entries, I am reminded of so many things about Cliff that were incrdibly special and totally unique to "pop." The infield will never be the same but he has left an indelible imprint on my heart!
Fred Bayha
July 31, 2006
Bobby and the Correll Family:
So sorry for your loss. I worked with Cliff on many occassions at the speedway, he was a great guy. Deepest sympathy to your entire family.
Fred Bayha-AAA/AATAC
Robert (Bob) Howie
July 30, 2006
My contacts with Mr. Correll go back to the late 1950's and into the 60's. I worked at the post office in Charlotte and had many interactions with him, all memorable. His willingness to help us "subs" learn the ropes was always sincere and clear.
If you could ask Cliff if he remembered my dad, Lester Howie, he would probably have a lot of stories to tell relative to their time as co-workers in Accountable Paper.
Fortunately, my dad is still living at age 95 and we talk frequently about our careers in the postal service and the fine people we both know.
For all of Cliff's family, my condolences. You are so fortunate to have so many memorable years and so many friends who also remember him. Our legacy is all we can take with us into eternity. Cliff has a lot to take. God Bless you all.
Bob Howie
Gloria Staton Barnette
July 28, 2006
With sympathy to the Family of Cliff Correll. Gloria Staton Barnette,classmate at Tech High School,1947.
Patsy Page
July 28, 2006
To Bret and Family-
Always remember Pop is with you. May God Bless You and your family in your time of loss.... Pop was a good man...
Patsy, Danielle & Cameron
Jane Royall
July 28, 2006
"Pops" will be missed. My thoughts are with all of the family.
Vickie Barger
July 28, 2006
My thoughts and prayers go out to your family during this time of loss. Always remember your happy memories and keep them with you always.
JIM MILNER
July 28, 2006
POP AND I COACHED A MANY BALLGAME
I LOVE HIM LIKE A FATHER AND WE HAD
SOME GREAT TIMES, THIS MAN WILL
REALLY BE MISS, BUT GOD GOT A GOOD
ANGLE
JIM MILNER
CHARLOTTE, N.C.
Cindy McLelland
July 27, 2006
I'm so sorry to hear Pop's has left us. He coached my softball team many years ago. Wonderful memories and lots of love was what he gave us all. God has received one of the best.
Kassidee Kostelnik
July 27, 2006
Cliff was a great person. He always had a helping heart. In the short that I knew him he always went out of his way for me.He will be missed by many.Many thoughts and prayers for the family.
Alisa Jenkins
July 27, 2006
Cliff was an inspiration to us all when you went into the speedway infield he was always there! I talked to him just last friday and he was giving me a hard time as usual! He was always sweet as could be when I would pull up to the gate. He told me once the he lived off of Coffee and cigarettes! Cliffy I know God has lots of coffee up there for you!
Love,
Alisa
Richard Petty Driving Experience
Pat Elrod
July 27, 2006
Dear Family,
Cliff was so very special to us. He was like part of our family in so many ways. We loved him and will miss him so much. There will never be anyone that can take his place. He loved the Lord with all his heart and he loved people. This is Heaven's gain and our loss.
Sincerely,
The Elrod girls
Frank Suddreth
July 27, 2006
Cliff and I worked at the speedway together for many years. Of all of my contact with Cliff, I always found him to be such a toughtful individual and I also found him to be a strong man of character. Cliff was always one step ahead of the game. He will be missed by so
many.
Linda Shields Tate
July 27, 2006
I posted a photo in the photo gallery. My brother Joe Shields was called a day before Coach Correll. He is at Coach's left shoulder.
Little League
July 27, 2006
Pam Kirby
July 27, 2006
My thoughts and prayers and prayers are with your family at this time. I had worked with Cliff and Jim for years at the Speedway.
Pam Kirby
Selina & David Brummitt
July 27, 2006
Absent from the body, but present with Our Lord. May you feel the comfort of Jesus and know in you heart that Cliff is "home" at last. Sincerely Missed!
Ray & Sallie Mariucci
July 26, 2006
Dear Family, We will cetainly miss Cliff. He was a delight & joy to all in our sunday school class & church. What a fine witness for Christ! Our thoughts and prayers are with the family at this time. Love, Ray & Sallie Mariucci
Colleen O'Reilly
July 26, 2006
I worked with you dad at the speedway.I will always see his smiling face when I go thru gate 26.I remember how he enjoyed his "dog" cake I gave him for his birthday. I know God has given you great memories too. he will always be with all of us.
Gayla Spears
July 26, 2006
Heaven is Secured, there is a special man on duty... I will always remember his smile. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Dale Hodges
July 26, 2006
Sorry for your loss. I will really miss my friend at the tunnel at the track when I work again.
Cheryl McClellan
July 26, 2006
I will miss that gruff old teddy bear. One of the good ole guys whose heart was huge. He will be missed by his family at Living Faith.
Cliff, I hope they are singing your favorite hymns in heaven.
Cherie Rodenburgh & Rick
July 26, 2006
Cliff was an amazing person. We will miss him. Our prayers are with his family.
Sharon Stauffer
July 26, 2006
We did not know Clifford but we know his grandson Bret and Bret's soon to be wife Casie. We are very sorry for your lose. We love you Bret!!
Your Family in Pa. Grandma, Aunt Sharon and Uncle Jim
Lorie and Mark Williams
July 26, 2006
We will miss Cliff so much! He was a man of strong faith. He always had a kind word to share and a great sense of humor. He had a way of making people feel special! We were blessed to know him.
Jon and Carol McEwen
July 26, 2006
We are sorry for your loss but excited about Heaven's gain. I know Cliff is smiling even bigger there than he did here. Such a very special man!!! He will be greatly missed.
Pat, Angeal and Amy Elrod
July 26, 2006
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Rick Nasoff
July 26, 2006
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Susie (Carol) Parker
July 26, 2006
There will always be a special place in my heart
that can never be replaced. I enjoyed the years working for you in the infield. Your gruff manner
the smiles and hugs will be greatly
missed. I shall miss the teasing of cutting my hair and bugging
Junior at the back gate. May you
be at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family. May you now race with God.
Sue Earnhardt
July 26, 2006
A wonderful man has passed away.
Pop looked after me when I worked the media center for RJ Reynold at the Speedway. Such a great man. My prayers are with you all.
Chuck & Denise Leadingham
July 26, 2006
If God needed a new gatekeeper - he picked the right one. You will be missed.
Beth Rozsa
July 26, 2006
May God's Grace, Love and Goodness be with you all in this very difficult time! We will sadly miss Cliff with his bright smile, sweet words (well most of the time) and tight hugs (all of the time)! Know you are in our thoughts and prayers! Wonder if they serve coffee in heaven? If they do, Cliff drinks his black!!!
Love always,
Jim, Beth Rebecca & Jennifer Rozsa
Nicholas, Michelle, and Lilia Hope
July 26, 2006
How we will miss "Mr. Cliff". A great neighbor and friend! Thank You "Papa Cliff" for all the kind things you did for your "baby girls" across the street! What a special memory you will be! Our thoughts and prayers our with the family.
Nick Stavrakas
July 26, 2006
Dear Correll Family: Over the past three years I would frequently have breakfast with Cliff in Harrisburg at Louis' diner and came to know him well. He was very good company; interesting and an honest person of high moral character.I will miss him greatly
The Staff of Gordon Funeral Home
July 26, 2006
Offering our deepest condolences during this time.
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