Jessie Clift Obituary
She is survived by a sister, Virginia Welch; a brother, Bill Merz; two daughters, Brenda McKinney of Vancouver and Debbie Russ of Seattle; eight grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren, all whom adored her.
Jessie was known as "The Cookie Grandma" and delighted everyone with her treats. Jessie loved church, crafts and doing things for others.
A graveside service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Friday at the Kalama IOOF Cemetery, followed by a celebration of her life at 11 a.m. at the Kalama United Methodist Church.
Contributions may be made to a family memorial fund.
Arrangements are by Dahl-McVicker Funeral Home.
Please sign the guest book at www.tdn.com/obits.
This obituary was originally published in The Daily News (Longview, WA).
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Mom & Dad, long before I was born!
Debbie Russ
August 4, 2010
Before Mom's stroke, at the rodeo with oldest Great Grandchild
Debbie Clift Russ
August 4, 2010
April 26, 2010
My mom and her twin sister, my Aunt B were inseparable. Jessie and Virginia were too. Jessie and Virginia were so much fun when they came into the grocery store. Lots of banter, teasing, and laughter. Jessie (for sure not Mrs. Clift)was a big part of my grocery store years growing up in Kalama. My condolences to Virginia and to the family.
Ron Crawford, Springfield, OR
Jim & Paula Cooper
April 23, 2010
Deb, Tim, girls & family, Please know that we are thinking of you. Have many great memories spending time w/your folks while at LCC/Central....they are together again! Take care....
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Jeannie Storedahl
April 22, 2010
So sorry for you, Brenda, and all your family. I know how much you will miss her. A very sweet lady. Hugs to you and yours.
Monique Richards
April 21, 2010
What a lovely tribute , I wish I'd known her . Our prayers are with you Debbie , during this very sad time for your family . Sincerely , Nicki and Robin Richards
April 21, 2010
That makes me sad to read that Jessie has left us. When I lived in Kalama and our kids were in school she and I were room mothers together for several years. Jessie taught me how to knit but there was no way I could ever knit as fast as she did!
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