Dr. Clifford Defforest Burgin, III

1961 - 2016

Dr. Clifford Defforest Burgin, III obituary, 1961-2016, Lemoore, CA

Dr. Clifford Defforest Burgin, III

1961 - 2016

BORN

1961

DIED

2016

Clifford Burgin, Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 1, 2016.
Dr. Clifford Defforest Burgin III, 55, passed away on March 30, 2016, in Hanford, CA. He was born on January 3, 1961, in Stockton, CA, to Clifford Jr. and Mary Burgin.

Clifford grew up in Stockton, CA. He graduated from Linden High School in 1979. After high school, he attended the University of Pacific where he earned the degree of Doctor of Pharmacy. He worked for Save Mart, Leoni's, Riverdale Drugs, and Walgreens as a well-loved pharmacist for 30+ years.

Starting in his youth, Clifford was a sports enthusiast. He excelled in baseball, football, and fishing. Clifford was a true leader coaching the children of the community in various sports he loved so much.

Clifford married Savina in 1991 in Stockton. They were happily married for over 25 years. Clifford is survived by his spouse Savina of Lemoore, his children, Louann & Kevin Cawley of Hanford, Clifford Burgin IV and Brittnay Burgin both of Lemoore and his grandchildren, Makayla Cawley and Conner Cawley of Hanford and Maryah Thompson of Lemoore as well as his father, Clifford D. Burgin, Jr. of Libby, Montana.

A Visitation will be held on Sunday, April 17, 2016 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. with a Funeral Service on Monday, April 18, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. all at People's Funeral Chapel; 501 N. Douty Street, Hanford, CA 93230 The family will be greeting friends and relatives following the services. A Graveside Service will be held on Tuesday, April 19, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. at Cherokee Memorial Park; Highway 99 at Harney Lane, Lodi, CA 95241.

Flowers are welcomed at People's Funeral Chapel or Cherokee Memorial Park.

Family and Friends are invited to view Clifford's legacy at www.peoplesfuneralchapel.com and send condolences to the family.

Services are under the direction of People's Funeral Chapel.

PEOPLE'S FUNERAL CHAPEL
501 N. Douty Street * Hanford, CA 93230
559-584-5591 * www.peoplesfuneralchapel.com

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April 26, 2016

Brent Ekstrand posted to the memorial.

April 15, 2016

Breton Van Sloten posted to the memorial.

April 14, 2016

Paul Sperry posted to the memorial.

Brent Ekstrand

April 26, 2016

Cliff was my fraternity brother at UOP. I was shocked when I heard the news. My deepest sympathies to you, Savina. It has been many years since I saw you and Cliff but know that I am thinking of you and your family during this time.

Brett with son Ryan and daughter Lauren

Breton Van Sloten

April 15, 2016

Cliff was my 2nd cousin on my mothers side. I hadn't see him in quite a while, but when we were in our early teens we met up a few times. I remember him and I went to the Superbowl of Motorcross together at the Los Angeles Convention Center. We were also both into sports so whenever we'd meet up we always threw a ball around, either the football or baseball. I had always admired Cliff, he was the guy that had it together. He had a great career, a contagious personality and just all around great guy. Miss you cuz
Brett Van Sloten

Paul Sperry

April 14, 2016

Met Cliff in kindergarten (Glenwood Elementary). We basically grew up together. Fond memories include; making cookies (4-H boys cooking) with Cliff, friends and his mother, Mary, Cliff's dad convincing me to play Babe Ruth baseball, and playing high School football with Cliff. As a young man, I watched Cliff play collegiate football and graduate from UOP. I am so blessed to have been loved and enriched by the Burgin family. These fond memories are deeply etched into my heart.
Sincere Condolences

Susan Taylor Lewis

April 13, 2016

My deepest sympathy to the family. Cliffie, as we knew him, was a bright., energetic little cousin. My father was his mother's brother, Larry Taylor. We visited Cliffies's family often. He will be resting near his dear mother, my Aunt Mary. God bless.

Diana Miller

April 13, 2016

Our deepest sympathy to Cliff's family. Losing a loved one is so very difficult, our thoughts and prayers are with you. Love, Diana and Mike Miller, Cousins in Stockton

Sylvia Byrd

April 13, 2016

Rest in peace dear cousin Clifford (Cliffie). Our prayers go out to his family during this difficult time. My mother Betty Taylor Casner was his aunt. I have such fond memories of him as a baby and little boy. His mother, our Aunt Mary was my favorite aunt.

April 13, 2016

We are so sorry for your loss. God Bless. David and Judy Batterton (STKN)

Nancy Taylor Esparza

April 7, 2016

Peace be with you at this time of lost .......all our prayers to the family....cliff was our baby cousin... My dad Fred Taylor was cliffs mothers oldest brother......My mom was Fern Taylor Schulz cliffs aunt.... Love, Nancy,Gene, Steven,Robin Taylor

Debbie Raymos

April 4, 2016

Our prayers to his family at this difficult time . God Bless we will keep you in our prayers ❤Rest in peace

Peggy Haddock (Salazar)

April 4, 2016

Cliff was such a nice guy and always fun to be around. Prayers for his family during this difficult time.

Vicki Elmer (Puebla)

April 4, 2016

What an awesome guy. We went to Linden High school together. I can vividly remember #23, running back, on our football team. Man could he fly! So proud of his accomplishments in life. My family will pray for peace & strength for his family. RIP, Clifford, I feel honored to have known you!

Vernon Coleman

April 3, 2016

Cliff, Your competitive spirit and friendship only made me better. Your mom and dad and now you are forever in my heart. Life for us is a bit lonelier now that you are gone. Damn brother, we had a game to finish, a season to be champions again, but you went home instead. Love you brother.
Vernon Coleman

Deborah Burgin Kenmir

April 3, 2016

Hi, I am Clifford's cousin. I am sorry to hear about your loved one. Cliff was in my wedding way back in May 1973. There are pictures of my wedding with Cliff. You are welcome to go to my FB page Deborah Burgin Kenmir and check them out.

you were always the best cliff -- such a good young man -- and i know you just got better as time went on --evolved form good to great -- to perfect i

steven codog

April 3, 2016

cliff i wondered where you were all these years -- i know now you are in heaven with our lord jesus... love and prayers to all that love you ....

Jeanette Patrick

April 3, 2016

So sorry for your loss and our prayers are with all of you during these trying times.

Jeanette Schwyhart Patrick (Stockton, CA)

Goldie and Bobby Goleman

April 3, 2016

Sorry for your loss God bless you all

Rudy Burgin

April 3, 2016

Thoughts go out to all of you. So sorry for your loss.

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