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Clifford Mah Obituary

MAH, CLIFFORD
July 18, 2002 while bicycling as he loved, in a setting he loved. Husband. Father. Mentor. Pioneer. Example. Inventor. Scholar. Engineer. Clever as Monkey King. Immigrant from China to Imperial Valley. Traveler. Curious. Lover of food. Historian. Story Teller. Runner. Cyclist. Happy and fit. Sincere & kind. Thankful, humble. Quality & balance. Knew who he was. 43 years at Aerojet. 36 years of fatherhood. 31 years in Carmichael. 65 years of life worth living. Survived by wife, Lyola Bettie Mah, happily married since 1963. Sons, Damon and Liwen. Daughter-in-law, Yvette Leung. Brother Clinton; sisters, Patricia, Juanita, and Beverly. Visitation for family & friends at Sierra View Funeral Chapel, Friday 5-8pm, Saturday 9-10am, 6201 Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael. Private service following. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Heart Association (1-800-242-8721) or American River Parkway Foundation (916-456-7423).

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Published by The Sacramento Bee from Jul. 24 to Jul. 26, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
for Clifford Mah

20 Entries

Beverly Agee

August 18, 2002

I had the opportunity to know Cliff through, my good friend and his sister-in-law, Susane Yee, and throught the years his wife,Betty Mah and their two two sons, Damon and Liwen.I now wish I had taken more time to talk to him one on one. His gift of intellect and his smiling face will not be forgotton by the many who were in contact with him.He also had a unique sense of humor and a wonderful quest for knowledge.My special moment with Cliff was the time my husband, Don Cook and I were walking down the main street in Key West, Florida and we saw Betty and Cliff walking in the opposite direction. We were all surprized and pleased by this "small world opportunity" and Betty and Cliff took pictures of the event.They sent us a copy of the picture and it serves as a reminder of the joy of a day,a moment and the short time we have to be a part of each other lives.

Beverly Agee

Edward Hill

August 12, 2002

Dear Betty,

Memories. These cannot be taken away. The memory most predominant of Cliff was the ready smile.

Next the powerful intellect and readiness to engage it in discourse. Never will I forget the wonderful evenings I spent with you and Cliff debating and discoursing on so many matters. These were special moments and have been preserved in a special place in my memory bank.

Cliff was for me a good father, a good husband and a good man. I will miss him.

Mostly, I hope you find some source of comfort in these trying days.

I hope to see you again soon, Betty.

Yours affectionately,

Ed Hill

Deborah & Matthew Au

August 12, 2002

Dear Auntie Betty and Family,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Uncle was a great man, and we are glad to have had the honor to know him.

Love,

The Au Family

Stanley & Lana Toy

August 1, 2002

To Bettie and Family..

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and may the beautiful memories you have shared with Clifford sustain you during this difficult period.

Stanley Toy and Lana

Lou Ann and Larry Bassan

July 30, 2002

We knew Clifford through his wonderful sister-in-law, Suzan. We shared many fun social events together, usually over a dinner table laden with food. Larry and Cliff enjoyed a special affinity as electrical engineers, and love of commuting to work by bicycle. It was always a pleasure to listen to Cliff relate engineering in an historical context. He and Betty were both always upbeat with a positive outlook on life. He will be very much missed by us.

Lou Ann and Larry in San Francisco.

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Jim Taylor

July 27, 2002

I will always have a picture of Cliff in my mind siting next to my desk, bringing in a new idea or concern, always something to make a improvement in any activity or topic that cought his attention. That picture is always with a smile. Cliff never had a bad thing to say about anyone or anything. He only gave off positive energy. We often arrived at Hazel and Folsom at the same time in the morning,during the heavy traffic.I would pray that I would see him safely inside.

I know he will be sorely missed by his family, he will also be sadly missed by his Aerojet friends.

Patricia Erwin & Janie Hillyer

July 26, 2002

What a loss for all of us. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this very sad and shocking time. Clifford raised a wonderful family and we are sure he has made many other incredible impacts during his journey here on Earth. May your memories and the love and support of those around you support you. We are sending you much love now and always.

gloria Kennedy

July 26, 2002

My sincere condolences to the family. I enjoyed talking with Cliff at work. He always took the time to show me pictures of his vacations. He will be greatly missed.

suzan yee

July 26, 2002

My conversations with Clifford always left me wondering

"What was I thinking!"

I will miss those conversations.

Shandra Sheard

July 25, 2002

My prayers and thoughts are with you all in this trying time. I'm a witness that all of the happy memories you share will help serve as a healing agent to strengthen you and get you through these dark days.

Derek Cheng

July 25, 2002

I've only met Mr. Mah a handful of times, but he has always opened a room with his smile and charisma. He carried himself with enthusiasm and wit and he knew more about Chinese culture than anyone ever should.

I'm thankful for the chance to meet him and know that his best traits survive in all the people he's touched.

Billy Holopoff

July 25, 2002

I am very sorry to hear of Cliff's passing. My prayers go ou to his family and friends.

I knew Cliff at Aerojet and knew him as one of the most pleasant people to be associated with.

It was my pleasure and privelege to have know him in all the years I spent at Aerojet.

Billy Holopoff

Aerojet Retiree

Tim Aaronson

July 24, 2002

I met Clifford through Suzan, Bettie's wonderful and irreverent sister. He solved a physics problem that kept gnawing at me - why my water barometer kept falling. He illuminated Chinese history. He was a pleasure to be with - always radiant.

My heartfelt sympathies to Bettie, Damon and Liwen, Suzan and other family members.

Roberta Burns

July 24, 2002

Cliff Mah will be greatly missed by his Aerojet Family. Cliff was a wonderful

example of how a person should live his life. Cliff will surely have a place in the heavens above. It wouldn't surprise me that higher powers have requested his special services and expertise for launching new suns and planets for the universe. It was my pleasure to know him for the last 24 years. I'm sure I must have seen him last night, that new twinkling star that glowed so brightly.

Roberta Burns

Aerojet Security

Frank DeLange

July 24, 2002

My sincerest regrets at the passing of Cliff. I considered him a friend. He was such a stable person and fun. We enjoyed the many problems on the Titan, Delta and Kistler programs. I could always count on him to come up with the right solution. I will remember him always, as he rode past my office in the mornings and gave a friendly wave. God Bless you in your mourning.

Mary Lou Collins

July 24, 2002

What a shock to hear that Cliff has passed away; and he had just begun his adventure as a retiree from Aerojet. I always enjoyed chatting with him as we passed in the hallway. He was a delight and a wonderful man. My best to his family. Sweet aloha, Mary Lou...

Barbara Rosa

July 24, 2002

I will always remember Cliff's smiling face. I don't believe I ever saw him NOT smiling. He shared so many interesting and fun stories with me and was always so cheerful and happy. He will be missed by many of us here at Aerojet. My sincere condolences to his family. I'm glad I had the pleasure of meeting some of them at his retirement party.

Myra Forbyn

July 24, 2002

I was looking forward to reading Cliff's book. We spent much time his last year at Aerojet discussing the topics and whether the language might be a little rough for the general public.

I first worked with Cliff at Aerojet Energy Conversion Company where I started as a temp in 1986. As we both moved on to other jobs, I still saw Cliff in the halls and started to call him "Cliffie" just to bug him! He always had time to discuss his family and how proud he was of his children. He would just beam when talking about all their accomplishments.

I envied Cliff his energy and determination, but I was always most grateful for his patience and ability to pass along complex ideas in terms I could understand.

I will never forget the time he planned my going to a new job party and took the department to Dim Sum in Freeport. Luckily he sat next to me and would politely tell me that he didn't think I would like that particular dish (and he was usually right!)

I am so very sorry that his time with his family was cut short and I know that you will all miss him. But you also need to know his Aerojet family will miss him as well.

Respectfully with condolences,

Myra Forbyn

Gene Fong

July 24, 2002

He was like the older brother I never had. He taught me more about my heritage and where my ancestors came from than any one I have ever known. He was a good mentor.

Connie Magill

July 24, 2002

Cliff always had a smile and an interesting story to share during his many years at Aerojet. I especially remember his wonderful retirement party. We will miss him. Connie Magill

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