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JOSEPH T. CLIFFORD

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Guckin Funeral Home Inc

1419 E. Hunting Park Avenue

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

JOSEPH CLIFFORD Obituary

CLIFFORD
JOSEPH T., 79, on December 31, 2013. Husband of Mary A. (nee McDowell); father of Matthew (Megan), grandfather of Kelsey; brother-in-law of Thomas (Grace) McDowell and Joseph McDowell; also survived by many nieces and nephews. Relatives, friends and members of American Legion Post #754 and AOH Div. 87 are invited to his Visitation on Sunday, 7 to 8:30 PM and on Monday, 9 to 9:50 AM, Holy Innocents Church, 1337 E. Hunting Park Ave. Funeral Mass 10 AM. Interment Resurrection Cem. Family prefers memorial donations to Alzheimer's Association, 399 Market St., Ste. 102, Phila., PA 19106. Arrangements by GUCKIN FUNERAL HOME, Inc., 215-743-7256.

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Published by Philadelphia Inquirer/Philadelphia Daily News on Jan. 3, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for JOSEPH CLIFFORD

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32 Entries

Michael

December 28, 2024

Hey Uncle Joe think of you talk about you often miss you thank you for the awesome memories pal

Michael

December 28, 2023

Hey uncle Joe. Miss ya bud. Nobody says nuts to you like nuts to you

Micheal mcdowel

December 28, 2022

I can't believe I just wrote the greatest message to Uncle Joe and then lost it because I didn't save it and I went back I love you buddy nuts to you thanks for loving us all you are great uncle great memories

Just another Joe.

December 28, 2022

Rest in Peace, Joe C. 12/28/22

michael mcdowell

December 30, 2014

Uncle Joe, we're coming up on a year already. I just cant believe it. I'm only glad your not suffering anymore. Geez you were always so much fun to be around. Miss you bud. Thanks for all your help over the years. And I always remember you saying to me: Boy , you run around and you never get anywhere. So I've learned to slow down. Love you and Nuts to you as always. Michael

January 11, 2014

Mary,
You were so lucky to have a man like Joe. Always there for you. And A great Brother-in-law. Matthew's words at the luncheon were a real tribute to a good Father. Rest in peace, Joe, You were so lucky to have my Sister and Matthew to look after and take such good care of you through your illness.

Brother-in-law Joe

Maureen Schutz

January 9, 2014

Losing your loved one Joe brings sadness in his suffering but peace that he is at rest. May memories of the good times, family and friends help you to bear your loss.

Traci Zimmerman

January 7, 2014

Mary and Matt, I am sorry for your loss. Mr. Clifford was a great man. He will be missed by many.

January 6, 2014

Dear Mary, You are in our thoughts , Joe will be missed. He was a wonderfully kind man. Jim , Ellen and Jimmy Kelly

Jack Elliott

January 5, 2014

Joe, I really wish my wife and daughter had have met you - you were a plus in anyone's life. One of the few people that when you asked someone how they were doing - you truly listened. God bless you Joe.

The Kaz Family

January 5, 2014

Mary, Matt & Megan, we're very sorry for your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help during this difficult time.

Will Feltwell

January 5, 2014

Clifford Family,
Im so sorry to hear about Joe. He was a good guy and will surely be missed! Your family is in my prayers.

Brian McDowell

January 5, 2014

Uncle Joe, Nuts To You! Behoove, Denigrate and so many other words you educated me on through your fun of doing cross word puzzles. You were very intricate in starting my Entrepreneur career as a child when you provided me with futuristic lead pensils that none of my classmates had ever seen. You and aunt Mary let me watch Superman Movie over and over again as a boy. I remember so many great memories, your life touch so many others, and it was a wonderful life having you in mine. I will miss your company so much. My mom is very lucky to have you up in heaven with her. Love you uncle Joe, catch you in the future sometime.

Terry Regan

January 5, 2014

Mary, Matt, Megan,and little Kelsey,
So many people, as you already know, couldn't help but
love Joe, and each are trying
to offer some kind of
acknowledgment of their
support. Joe was a character
who loved everybody, and left
his spirit and smile wherever
he went. But as you all try to make it through these days ahead, know that we are
praying that you are
surrounded by that same love
he gave to all of us. Through
your laughter and tears, know
you, too, are loved. And Mary,
I know if it hasn't happened
already, his buddy is talking to
Joe now, about North, the kids,
us, and all they held dear. You
and Matt and Megan and Kelsey are his crown of glory, and he will always be proudly caring for you all. I am here for you whenever.

charlie balkan

January 4, 2014

my favorite guy is going to be missed at the family reunion,but we will meet again at the great reunion of jesus.he was a great guy.god bless the family.from the balkans of massachusetts

Marge Gillen

January 4, 2014

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Marge Gillen

January 4, 2014

Mary, Matthew and Megan,

So Sorry for your loss.

The Gillen Family

Marge Gillen

January 4, 2014

Dear Mary, Matthew & Megan and Family,
We have had the pleasure of knowing Joe Clifford for many years. He touched our life in a million wonderful ways. Joe was the funniest, most kind and a true friend. He loved to party and was a very intelligent man with much knowledge to share. I always enjoyed listening to Joe speak about different topics. I count my blessings that I was fortunate to have such a friend in Joe and Mary. We've played roles in many chapters of each other's life. Thank you for being such a true and faithful friend. Mary, Matt, Megan and family words do not always help just wanted you to know we are sending loving thoughts and prayers to you in the loss of a husband and Father. We will miss you Joe. love Marge, Tom Gillen and Family.

January 4, 2014

Mary and family. So sorry for your loss. Joe was a good friend of mine going back to Stetson and Peco he will be missed. Al stein

January 4, 2014

Mary & Matt, So sorry for your loss. Joe was one of the best. Always a smile and a welcoming hello. Great memories were made with your company. Keep your thoughts in those memories and Mike & I will have you both and Joe in our prayers. Love Cathy & Mike Marlin

Gerri Wood

January 4, 2014

Mary & Matt & Family,
So deeply sorry to hear of your loss.
Joe always was so friendly, with his smile and always had great conversations with him, along with his jokes. Joe was always a pleasure to be around he will be missed dearly. May our Lord give you strength and comfort. RIP Joe.
Love Gerri Wood

January 4, 2014

Dear Frienda,
I'm so sorry for your loss.Joe will live on in many fond memories.Love,Edna

Marty Washart

January 4, 2014

To Mary and your Family,
Sorry to read of Joe's passing. Had many a fine time with Joe in the PE league, down the shore and many other fine establishments over the years. RIP

Barbara Lucillo

January 4, 2014

Mary & Matt,

So sorry to hear of the passing of Joe. He was a wonderful person who made everyone feel welcomed. I will never forget the Eagles games or Margate and the Green House. He lived life to the fullest.

Pete & Lenora Kipple

January 3, 2014

Mary and Matt We are deeply sorry for your loss. Joe was loved by many. We have the fondest memories of Joe. He always made us laugh with his Nixon impressions. He always made us feel like we were all family. We loved his overall love of life. RIP Joe

Susan Dunn

January 3, 2014

Joe was about the friendliest man I knew. He always was quick with a joke, a kind word. The only thing faster than that was his smile. He will never be forgotten. He was loved by all who knew him.

January 3, 2014

Sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Jim and Debbie Crawford

January 3, 2014

michael mcDowell

January 3, 2014

Uncle Joe, I'm glad you finally found peace. You've struggled honorably . I always have viewed you as strong and right up until the end. I still did. You were a tremendous part of our family and will surely be missed. An awesome Father and loved and loving husband/friend. And hung in there to meet your beautiful grand daughter Kelsey. Thank you for always being a strong presence to me and my kids over the years. I love you and heaven's pearly pins stand no chance. Knock em down... Nuts to you. Love Michael Sr.

Emma Hess

January 3, 2014

Mary, so sorry to hear about Joe. I know there are many happy memories that hopefully will give you peace. Many thoughts and prayers to you and the family. Love, Emma & family

Peggy Schweikert-Kavalkovich

January 3, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. He was a great guy.

January 3, 2014

So sorry for your loss.
Joan Stulz

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