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Verabel Cluff Obituary
Salt Lake City, UT-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 Latter-day Saints.
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Memories and Condolences
for Verabel Cluff
Sam
April 29, 2023
Bel, it´s Sam,
Getting closer to the Sea.
I thank you,
For the part `twas you of me.
Belle Rhees
December 5, 2012
I really miss you a lot!!!
Love Belle
October 25, 2012
The prepackaged lunch fight, Camp Fire Girls, great laughter - See you later. Ciao! Isabel
ROSALIE SPIZ
October 9, 2012
A CHI SISTER, ROSALIE BRKLACY, WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER OUR SWEET BELLE AND HER SPARKLING PERSONALITY...SHE MADE THE HOUSE SMILE.
Nancy Dredge
October 7, 2012
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.
Gene
October 5, 2012
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!
Harry J Rodas
October 5, 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.
Marti Grace Ashby
October 5, 2012
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.
Carol Byington Johnson
October 4, 2012
Will miss your infectious smile, willingness to befriend and help and creativeness. See you later.
Clara L.
October 4, 2012
Verabel was the best primary teacher I ever had.
Vaughan Goldsberry
October 3, 2012
Love you Belle I will miss you
Ruth Hoppe
October 3, 2012
I loved gathering with you in Fort Bragg with the Crane Dance Network - Patricia Morrison, Daniel Morii, Brook Tarrant, and others. We enjoyed comraderie!
Hilary Brown
October 3, 2012
You filled my heart with light.
Alice Allred Pottmyer
October 3, 2012
Belle,
I was thrilled with the afternoon we were able to spend in June and seeing your wonderful Family History Preserved project.
Anne Gregerson
October 3, 2012
I can't find the words to say how much you meant and mean to me. (You were the one who was so good with words). Thank you for the adventures we shared, for Ray, for being my friend, my mentor, my art patron, for making my life so much richer for being part of it.
Mary Bradfird
October 3, 2012
Belle's lovely life threaded through mine like a wonderful tapestry. She was my best friend for years. We reared our chldren, we traveled, we reveled we cried, we laughed. Like the Holy Ghost she was with those who mourn. She will always be with me.
Lin Ostler
October 3, 2012
O your laugh of laughs, your full-bodied hugs, the ingenious art with which you surrounded your home and body. I have watered the geraniums for the final time. Though both will beautify the earth, your fragrances are woven into our memory, your love into our heart.
Will always love you, dearest friend Belle.
Laura Pottmyer Soto
October 3, 2012
I often tell my friends that I was raised by a "village" before it became trendy. Belle was one of my many "moms" that loved me, pushed me and rejoiced with me. I cherished her insight and support through the years.
Vaughan Goldsberry
October 3, 2012
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
LeAnn Johnson
October 3, 2012
Mandi,
I am so sorry for you and your siblings loss. I only met your mom a few times but she was a lot of fun to be around. May God surround you with love at this time.
Love,
LeAnn
Phyllis Barber
October 3, 2012
I've tried to say good-bye to you, but you are very wired into my heart. And there you will remain. Love, and may you keep dancing and smiling wherever you are.
Maxine
October 3, 2012
I don't know how to say goodbye to such a soul as Belle, or live without her warmth of heart and knowing eyes, united in her unwavering love, unfailing support, unselfish admiration, all freely spent on those she called her friends. The world is far less without her.
October 2, 2012
You bring so much peace, so we can carry it on.
ALWAYS A LIGHT TO ME A SHINING STAR
Ranelle Wallace
October 2, 2012
My dear Bell
you made my life feel like heaven on earth your gift was so precious to me your courage to stand up for what was right chamged my life for ever. But most of all in the last months you held my hand through so much pain, when I had no idea that you were suffering you held your head you body and mind so strong that i had no idea. I LOVE YOU SO MUCH I WILL MISS YOUR WORDS OF ENCOURAGEMENT AND TENDER SWEET SPIRIT...XXOXOXOX BACK AT YOU MY SWEET BELL
October 2, 2012
I will miss seeing her quietly reading in the poetry room of the bookshop. My husband and I are so glad that we got to meet her these past few years. Whenever I go to the Idle Isle in Brigham City, I will think of her.
Steve Opager
October 2, 2012
To Belle:
A light filled lover of the world, gifted creator and crafter of great beauty; a charming, kind and generous friend with an quick intellect, an unforgettable smile, and a deft word of encouragement. A musician, poet, writer and artist of many gifts.
Eva Tukuafu Morgan
October 2, 2012
She is a superb lady, and always made me smile. Her loss is sincerely felt.
Mary Ellen Robertson
October 2, 2012
Belle is a treasure. I will miss her radiant smile, ready laugh, and uplifting spirit.
Nancy Seeholzer
October 2, 2012
Dear Bell,
Our friendship was so special to me. We had some wonderful times together.I will miss you. Love nancy
royden card
October 2, 2012
Thanks Belle - Your encouragement, support and laughter always lifted your fellow artists.
Kristy Benton
October 2, 2012
I, too, have adored you for many years, my friend. I'm glad that your long saga with this illness has ended, but will greatly miss your irreplaceable self. Thank-you, thank-you, thank-you Belle, for your friendship and many gifts to our world.
October 2, 2012
What a bright light. The world is a bit dimmer today but I know in the long run you have brightened the world for so many specially women. You lent your support so others could be strengthened. Thank you Belle you will be missed.
Suzann Werner
October 2, 2012
I adore you, spunky Bell Cluff.
Lorie Winder Stromberg
October 2, 2012
Belle will be very much missed by so many of us in the Mormon feminist community.
Lee Bennion
October 1, 2012
I will miss your smile, your laugh, the light in your eyes and your warm friendship. Gone for now, but never forgotten. Thank you for being Belle.
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