Helen Philomene Clifford

Helen Philomene Clifford

Helen Clifford Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Dec. 13 to Dec. 15, 2013.
Helen Clifford, 91, of Everett, WA, passed away on December 11, 2013 after a brief illness. She was born in Durham, Maine on August 18, 1922 and married to Arthur Clifford on January 10, 1941. They moved to Seattle in 1952. Arthur passed away in 1983. She was also preceded in death by her nine brothers and sisters. She is survived by her four children, Arthur Clifford, Jr., Alan Clifford, Lynda Bloeser and Joyce Egan; grandchildren, Tom Clifford, Carolyn Gutierrez, Jennifer Olsen, Jason Clifford, Scarlett Messenger, KerryAnne Davidson and Matthew Clifford; and her great - grandchildren, Katie Hart, Zach Olsen, Bailey Jochim, Bennett Jochim and Megan Davidson. Besides her step-grandchildren, Michael Bloeser and Maxwell Bloeser and Ronald Hart and Susan Coulter, she had many nieces and nephews in several states. She worked for the Edmonds School District for 28 years and retired as a Kitchen Manager in 1984. She traveled to England, Wales, France, Germany, China and many destinations in the United States and was an avid mall walker, who made many friends over the years exercising daily at the Alderwood Mall. She loved the Pacific Northwest and couldn't imagine living in a more beautiful place. She will be laid to rest beside her loving husband at Floral Hills Cemetery. At her request, no funeral service will be held.

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January 9, 2014

Joyce Egan posted to the memorial.

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January 4, 2014

Karen Anderson posted to the memorial.

Mom, Charlie & Joe

Joyce Egan

January 9, 2014

Mom and Dad

January 9, 2014

Will miss you, Helen!

Karen Anderson

January 4, 2014

I was so sorry to hear about Helen's passing. She was a great lady. I loved her dearly. As one of her neighbor's, I would go over and talk to her often. A lot of times, Helen would give great advice. I look over at her place and I just feel like crying, because she was truly an amazing woman. God bless you Helen. I know I will see you again someday. Love, Karen (And Jeff,Tyler)

Wedding Day in Auburn Maine

Joyce Egan

January 1, 2014

December 28, 2013

We were very sorry to hear of Helen's passing. Being in her presence was always a delight. We will always remember her with a smile.
Kathy & Tom Olsen

Lee Herbold

December 18, 2013

I will miss seeing Helen at the mail box and having a chat. She really cared about our community and spoke up at our Home Owner's Association meetings. No one can take her place. We all miss her and share stories. I know she was greeted in Heaven by God and her loved ones. Rest in peace, Helen.

Cherie Egan

December 18, 2013

I'd never really known what spunk was until I met Helen. Amazing woman! May memories sustain you in your loss!
Cherie

December 18, 2013

I was so sorry to hear of Helen's passing. I will miss our visits so much. Helen, my Mom and I traveled together and Helen and I worked together, also. I have wonderful memories of our travels. My Mom met Helen first on a trip and immediately recognized that state of Maine accent and they were friends ever since. Helen and I met later when she and my Mom and I went to the Netherlands. We had such a fun time on that trip. She was wonderful and funny and direct in a good way.
With sincere sympathy to Helen's beloved family,
Melody Gilfillan

December 17, 2013

May memories and peace comfort you in this time of need. God sees your suffering and will comfort you now and always.

Gail Murchison Sumner

December 17, 2013

Aunt Helen you certainly will be missed. I enjoyed all the phone conversations and the visits made to Seattle to see you. May you rest in peace with your family that has gone before.

Brian and Becky Harvey

December 16, 2013

Helen and Art were dear friends of my parents and I have many great memories of them both and of Helen after we lost Art. She was truly an amazing woman and we treasured every moment we spent with her. Our heartfelt condolences to all the family and may God comfort you.

Marnie Gostkowski

December 16, 2013

Helen will always be in our hearts. She left us too soon, but God must have a different plan.

We'll treasure our memories of her; they were all good ones :)

John

December 16, 2013

With deepest sympathy to the family during your time of grief...God is for you a refuge and strength, A help that is there to be found during difficult times...May God provide you with peace and comfort to endure the days ahead.

Mary Lee LaFave

December 15, 2013

Glad to have been able to say hello to Helen at Aldercrest. I always enjoyed talking with Helen. We worked together in Food service for many years.

Yvonne Shimek

December 15, 2013

My condolences to your family. While working for Dr McGee, I had the privilege of caring Art and Helen. As I was doing her lab work, I had many wonderful conversations with Helen . We shared our travel experiences and life in general. She was special to me and I will miss her.

Jane Caron

December 15, 2013

Love to you in heaven. Janie. Xo

Susan Streich

December 14, 2013

How I'll miss sitting at Auntie's kitchen table, chatting about memories of Maine and all of her stories. She taught me to be confident and proud of who I am. She taught us all what it means to be a Tardiff. Love you Auntie. Until we meet again in heaven someday.

December 14, 2013

Helen was a special person and a 2nd Mom to me. We will miss her wit, wisdom and love. Her zest for life was and will remain an inspiration to all. My family and I will cherish our memories of sharing her life.
Love Shannon and Steve Cotterill

Mom was an incredibly resourceful woman, always ready to do what was necessary. I'm missing her so much.

Joyce Egan

December 14, 2013

December 13, 2013

Dearest Helen..you will be missed! I am thankful I shared the big secret of my life..Thank you for your love throughout my childhood.You were so loved! I know Jesus has met you with open arms!

Lynda Bloeser

December 13, 2013

Death leaves a heartache no one can heal, love leaves a memory no one can steal.

I love you Mommy.

Sarah Musgrave

December 13, 2013

Great aunt Helen,
I am going to miss sending you pictures. I am going to miss your thoughts and inspiring words. I am going to miss you. I hope you will see your sister Lillian and share with her how much I miss and love her. Share everything with her. Your passing has brought back so many feelings of when my grandmother passed. Thank you for blessing this world with who you were. Thank you Aunt Helen.

Walt and Grace Schiller

December 13, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

December 13, 2013

So many memories and all good. From the time I was about 4. She was a great lady and helped in my upbringing too. Lovely and decent. I will miss her.

Carolyn Gutierrez

December 12, 2013

"I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories. We find comfort in knowing that our lives have been enriched by having shared their love." ~ Leo Buscaglia

Helen was blessed with a great sense of independence, honesty, integrity and resourcefulness. She was an excellent cook and enjoyed preparing delicious healthy meals and yummy treats (best peanut brittle in the Universe) for her family and friends. In her younger years, she was very creative in sewing and other crafts; an interest that has provided inspiration and influence to her children and grandchildren. She had a sense of adventure (but, not danger) and loved to travel, whether camping or touring far away lands. Those qualities, along with her sharp wit, wisdom and sense of humor were a part of what made her so special, and some of the things that we will miss.

Love you always, Gramma.

Mom & Dad

Joyce Egan

December 12, 2013

Mom will be laid to rest beside Dad. Family and friends are invited to the graveside and may bring a flower to place in her grave, a story to share, a prayer, or just be welcome to join us. We will be there at 11:00 am on January 10, which is the anniversary of their wedding day. Together again forever.

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