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Clifton Oliver
1975 - 2023
Clifton Oliver
1975 - 2023
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BORN
1975
DIED
2023
Clifton Oliver Obituary
Clifton Oliver was a popular Broadway actor who appeared in such hits as "The Lion King," "Wicked," and the Lin-Manuel Miranda musical "In the Heights." He died August 2, 2023, in New York, after a lengthy illness at the age of 47.
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August 14, 2023
Gone too soon. He was truly an amazing actor. We pray that God continues to strengthen and comfort the family during this extremely difficult time.
Willodene Coursey
August 8, 2023
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Marilyn
August 6, 2023
Gone to soon. To the family sorry for your loss. Very talented , a wonderful performer. I know your spirit is still with us.
Rest in Power.
Elizabeth Bell
August 5, 2023
R.I.P. Clifton
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Chris
August 5, 2023
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Clifton Oliver. May our Lord comfort you as you mourn his loss.
TD
August 5, 2023
Our sincere condolences to the Oliver family. May the God of all comfort provide you the strength to cope with your loss
Mrs S Stewart (play mom)
August 4, 2023
The people we love become a part of us always. Cliff was like a family member when he was in high school along with my son & a few other kids. He was always smiling & very cordial. A part of him will always stay in my memory. I Pray for Peace & Comfort to his family..Symanthia Stewart
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