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Clifford Callahan Obituary
CALLAHAN, Clifford
''Richard''
Passed away on July 27, 2005. He was born in Phoenix, AZ Friday at 3:55AM on November 22, 1946 to Clifford and Darothy Callahan. At the age of three the family moved to Sacramento, CA, where he grew up and lived all his life. He attended Freeport Manor Elementary, San Joaquin Miller Junior High and McClatchy High School. In November 1963 President John F. Kennedy was assassinated and his famous words of "Ask not what your country can do for you but what you can do for your country" rang out. In 1964, Richard joined the Marines becoming a sharp shooter and aide to the Colonel. He married Loraine Brock in 1965. They had three sons, Michael, Clifford and Steven. He remarried in 1971 to Vicki Brummel and they had a daughter, Carlie. Richard belonged to the American Bowling League for a number of years. He was an avid bowler and won numerous trophies. He enjoyed several vacation trips with his parents growing up which continued throughout his life. He worked 34-years for the city of Sacramento and played Santa at the Christmas parties. He was forced to retire early when be became ill with Cancer in April 2005. He is survived by his parents, three sons, one daughter, twelve grandchildren, two brothers, Dale and Tony, two sister-in-laws, Cindy and Rosemarie, two sisters, Darlene and Patricia, and a host of aunts, uncles, nephews, and nieces, co-workers and friends who all knew and loved him. His infectious smile and dry sense of humor were his trademarks. He will be sorely missed. A memorial service will be held Monday, August 1st at 2PM at the Elk Grove church of Christ, 8320 Sheldon Road. Family and friends are invited. Funeral services are pending.
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darothy Callahan
May 27, 2008
my darling son three years ago you were very sick and now Stormy has joined you and every day I miss each of you terrible but the Lord knows when our time on earth will be up. sure hope some one reads this book and writes me a note. Dad is bad now he sleeps a lot and has hard time getting up and down falls often.. love mom
darothy callahan
May 29, 2006
my darling son. thinking about you as I so often do. time goes by so fast. want be long and the date of your death will be here. missed going to Laughton this spring no one could take us. my prayers and love all ways mom
darothy callahan
October 24, 2005
few more weeks till your birthday. every day we think about you and miss you so much. pray for your soul and know you are in better place. love mom and dad
Cynthia Callahan
August 19, 2005
Dear family,
Sorry I didn't get to write sooner. Been having computer problems. Glad I didn't miss the
chance to say a few words about
Richard.. I will miss him and
his smiling face. I never saw him
in a bad mood in all the years I have known him. I hope that the pain in your hearts from your loss
is starting to ease with time, and
all the good memories are starting
to flow. I love you and miss you all. Love Cindy
joe sanchez
August 2, 2005
my deepest sympathy to all his family, I worked with callahan for 23 yrs, he will be sorely missed on his route.
diana gonzalez
August 1, 2005
Im so sorry for your loss, it helps knowing that Richard is in a better place and you will see him again. I know this is a great loss for your wonderful and loving family. My prayers are with you.
Mattie Perry
July 30, 2005
I'll never forget the last visit Bill and I had with Richard. It entailed a walk through his back yard where he showed us the lovely gazebo he and one of his sons were building. Richard was so proud of it and rightly so, it was a real work of art.
My heart is sad because I'll never see Richard again on this earth, but I am so elated in the fact that we will meet again in Heaven. The beautiful glorious reward that our Heavenly Father has prepared for His children.
Darothy and Cliff, we are thinking of you today and keeping you in our
prayers. May God bless you and hold you in the palm of His hand.
To his sons: Michael, Clifford and Steven. You have lost your dad but hold the memories of him deep inside your heart---no one can take those sweet memories away. Share them with your children and your childrens' children and keep him alive in their hearts.
To his daughter, Carlie: You,dear precious one, have suffered a double whammy. First, the loss of your mother and now your dad. A door closes that can never be opened again. No one knows you like your parents. Keep their memories alive and share them with your children.
To Dale and Tony: You have lost your older brother and best friend.
Your loss is great. Just knowing you were there when he needed you should bring you comfort.
To Darlene and Patricia: You have loss your big brother---no big shoulders to lean on any more. He was so present when you needed him.
Remember the kindnesses. The mischievous grin, the dancing eyebrows!
Rest in peace my dear nephew. I'll miss you.
'til we meet again....
My deepest sympathy to all of you.
Wish I could be there to hold each of you--I share in your sorrow.
Much love,
Aunt Mattie
Karon Cada
July 29, 2005
To the dear parents, brothers, sisters, children, and grandchildren of Richard. I've recently spent a great deal of time thinking about many of the things that Sharon, Ray and I have done with Richard, Dale, Darlene and Pat during our childhood days (some we probably shouldn't have). Many great memories. I am greatful for each one for Richard was a wonderful person.
While we cannot imagine the pain you must be feeling, Ken and I want to express our love and thoughts to you all.
Zadok & Paige Callahan
July 29, 2005
I'm sorry that in recent years I haven't been able to see my uncle much, but have always had good memories of the times we did share. My condolences go out to everyone that knew him. He will be greatly missed.
Love
Kelly Bernatene
July 29, 2005
Darlene,
I am so sorry to hear about your brother. I will keep you and your family in prayer. It is such a comfort to know he is with our Lord and no longer in pain. May God's glorious spirt keep you uplifted and able to enjoy your many memories of Richard.
God Bless You and Your Family.
Tim Miller
July 29, 2005
Uncle Cliffaord & Aunt Darothy,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of Cliff. I know that you were very proud of him and he has always taken care of you.
I sure pray that God will give you peace and that He will continue to bless your family.
Jesus is the only giver of true happiness and peace and I am asking him daily to give you back your joy.
Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tim & Cheryl
TONY HAMILTON
July 29, 2005
RICHARD WAS A GREAT BROTHER & FRIEND. A VERY EASY GOING & LOVING PERSON . HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED BY ALL OF US. I KNOW RICHARD WILL BE LOOKING DOWN ON ALL OF US, SITTIN RIGHT NEXT TO THE " BIG GUY ". WE'LL MISS YOU VERY MUCH RICHARD, WE LOVE YOU !!!! TONY , ROSEMARIE , JAMIE & BRYAN HAMILTON
Veronica Vine
July 29, 2005
To the Callahan Family---
Please accept my deepest sympathy, words cannot express my feelings for your loss-
Hope your all doing OK.
Love ya Ronnie
Larry Perry
July 29, 2005
Although I have not seen Richard in many years, I have thought about him and his family many, many, many times. I wish his family a strong recovery as I can only imagine how tough it is right now.
darothy callahan
July 29, 2005
thoes we love must some day pass beyond our present sight.. they leave us and the world we know with out their radiant light we know that like a candle their lovely light will shine to brighten up another place more perfect and divine and in the realm of heaven where they shine so warm and bright our loved one lives forever more in gods eternal light. love you dearly my son mom
Darlene Callahan-Peek
July 29, 2005
Big brother, you were always there for me. Will miss you.
Robert callahan
July 29, 2005
he was my freind and brother and I will greatly miss him
June Hanson
July 29, 2005
Darlene,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. I know how close you were with your brother Richard and how much fun you all had together, and I know how much you will miss him. I also wish to extend my condolences to all of your family. From what you have told me you have a very special family - as you are, too. What a beautiful Obituary. For those of us who never had the opportunity to meet your brother, it certainly gives one a sense that they had.
God Bless you,
Your friend,
Pamela Lindsay
July 29, 2005
To the Callahan Family:
Cliff will be greatly missed by all who were blessed to have him in their lives - as a friend, bowling opponent, father, or husband.
Cliff - you gave us the strength we needed to do better - whether it was bowling with you or against you - you unknowingly pushed us to do the best we could do. That alone tought us do to the best we could now matter what we are/were doing.
I will miss you - your smiling face - your kind words! May God bless your spirit and your family forever.
Always,
Pamela Lindsay
Claudia Chaudoin
July 29, 2005
I very sorry I forgot to say that my prayer are also with His childern and wife. God Bless you all.
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