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Clifford D. "Cliff" Wilson

Clifford Wilson Obituary

WILSON Clifford "Cliff" D. Wilson, 55, of Orange Park, FL, passed away Wednesday, July 11, 2007. He was born on October 1, 1951 in Oakland, CA to parents, Jerold and Dorothy Wilson. Mr. Wilson was the owner of Dawn Electric of Jax Inc. since 1983 and was the Chairman of First Coast Electrical Apprentice Program. He was a Deacon and youth Sunday School Teacher at Island View Baptist Church in Orange Park and enjoyed movies, going to St. Augustine Beach and his loving family and friends. Cliff would always ask "Why do we celebrate birth and not our death, when our eternal life begins?" Mr. Wilson was preceded in death by a brother, John Bradley Wilson and is survived by his parents, Jerold and Dorothy Wilson; his loving wife of 33 years, Kathy Wilson; son, John Bradley Wilson and wife, Jennifer and their son, Trey Bradley Wilson; son, Matthew Alan Wilson and wife Kristen and their children, Jared Riley Wilson and Haley Eileen Wilson; brother, Duane Alan Wilson and wife Stephanie; sister, Sheryl Lynn Brundage and husband Joe; and several nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends from 6:00 pm until 8:00 pm on Sunday, July 15, 2007 at Island View Baptist Church. A Celebration of Life Service will be held at 11:00 am Monday, July 16, 2007 at Island View Baptist Church with Dr. Scott Conner officiating. Interment will follow in Magnolia Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please make memorial contributions to the Island View Baptist Church Building Fund, 900 Park Ave., Orange Park, FL 32073. Please sign the family's online register book at www.broadusraines.com . Arrangements are under the care of Broadus-Raines Funeral Home, 501 Spring St., Green Cove Springs, FL (904) 284-4000. Please Sign the Guestbook @ Jacksonville.com

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Published by Florida Times-Union on Jul. 14, 2007.

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Amy Bradshaw (Payroll Manager)

July 26, 2007

I would like to send my deepest sympathy to the entire Wilson family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

With Much Aloha Cliff

David & Kathy Wilson

July 17, 2007

Kathy, John and Matt, our deepest sympathy for the loss of your husband and father. Dave and I will truly miss Cliff. I will always remember his visit with Kathy in August of 2005 to our beautiful island. Love to all of you. Uncle Dave and Aunt Kathy

Keith Renner

July 17, 2007

Kathy ,John and Matt, words cannot describe your loss of your husband and father at this time.Cliff was one of the finest men I have ever been around and will be missed. Knowing that he is with our Lord is great comfort at this time and I have the fondest of memories when we played softball together and those times we had together. May God's grace sustain you and your family though this difficult time.

Steve Hart

July 17, 2007

I could type here for hours telling of all the fun times we had as kids with your Dad right there with us. Family and friends were so very important to him, and I think he was a great role model to all those younger kids that grew up knowing him. I know I was lucky to know him. My heart goes out to all of you in this difficult time.

Cheryle Champagne

July 17, 2007

Kathy, John, Matt and families, we wish to express our sincere condolences. You continue to be in our thoughts and prayers in the days ahead.
Cliff's legacy - his joy and love of life will continue in the lives of his sons, and in the many others that he has touched.
Kathy, our hearts ache for your loss - Cliff was clearly your best friend. We'll always remember the two of you laughing and playing together, and hope that soon those many fond memories will comfort you.
Sending love,
Cheryle and Mike Champagne

Doug, Sandy, Jerrica and Kimberly Lamb

July 16, 2007

Our Prayers go out to the entire Wilson family.Cliff was such a beautiful man in so many ways. We will always appreciate the laughter he brought to the youth program at IVBC.
He will be greatly missed.

Bob and Lee Humm

July 16, 2007

What an example of God's servant Cliff has been to us! We will admire him always. You are in our prayers, Kathy, as you go through this hard time. I know that God and your church family will be there for you as you move forward. We thank you and Cliff for your willingness to serve.

Bob and Debbie Tiencken

July 16, 2007

Dear Matt and family:
You are in our hearts and prayers during this most difficult time. Please let us know what we can do.

Michael Wild

July 16, 2007

My buddie Cliff, I will miss you greatly. You have always been there for me in all capacities and I will not be able to fill the void of your absence. I know I will see you again.

Doug & Trish Padgett

July 16, 2007

Cliff was a highly respected and admired leader within IVBC. He was a fellow Deacon and Brother in Christ. We count it a blessing to have known him and to have called him a friend. Our hearts are heavy and saddened with his passing. To you Kathy and family, may God's grace and love be with you in this difficult time.

Dustin & Jennifer Klich

July 15, 2007

Every once in a while someone comes along that sincerely touches the lives of those around them. Cliff was one of those people. We cannot think of anyone more deserving of an eternity in God's grace. Cliff was a wonderful leader, teacher, mentor and friend. We love and will miss him dearly.

Michael & Kay Schwartz

July 15, 2007

There are no words to express our thoughts at this time of your loss..everyone's loss. Our prayers are with you and the entire family.

Sheryl Lyn Brundage

July 15, 2007

Kathy, I am so glad you have been there to share my brother's life. It was always good to see and hear how you both loved and supported each other. Best friends, married for 34 years with two wonderful grown sons. You have been such a blessing to my family over the years and I know together, you and Cliff, blessed the lives of many others. We are saddened by his sudden death, yet we know he now has a glorified body and is singing praises before our King. Though we are terribly hurt with the loss of Cliff, we can look forward to a reunion with him later! Many miles have separated us these past several years; still you've all been in my heart. I am praying for you and the boys and all the family as you press on without his daily physical presence. Such a great husband, father (and Papa), son, brother, and friend will be missed greatly! Blessings and love to each, Sherry, Joe, John and Rachel

Carol Simmons

July 15, 2007

Kathy, John & Matt:
Cliff was such a wonderful friend. I have such great memories of our times together. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

David & Nancy NesSmith

July 15, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. Cliff was very honorable and thoughtful; was a person that set good examples for all of us to follow in all realms of life. Cliff gave us all love and the avenue to be with him again, where we shall all rejoice together! God Bless You All, we love you.

July 14, 2007

Kathy & Family
God Bless and Comfort You All.
Dave & Cheryl

Janis (Fox) Jones

July 14, 2007

Kathy, John and Matt,
It is with great sadness to hear of the loss of your dear husband and father. I cannot imagine your grief. I know you take comfort in knowing where he is and that someday you will be together again. I always admired the dedication of Cliff to his family, his church family and his God. You are all in my prayers and thoughts.

Jennifer Watson (Kucklick)

July 14, 2007

Mr. Wilson made such an impact on me as a teenager as my Sunday School teacher, youth chaperone, and has always been an example by the way he lived. He was always happy, always thoughtful, and such a wonderful person. He will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prayers are with his family he loved so much.

Charles Mays

July 14, 2007

The Wilson Family, Words alone are not enough to say how saddened we were to learn of Mr.Wilson’s passing. I can't even begin to describe what an awesome person he was and what a wonderful family he has. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of his family during this difficult time. Please find comfort in all of the wonderful memories that he has left behind. Just remember - to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. God will comfort you during this difficult time.
Love - Charles, Terra, Kaitlyn and Brittany Mays

Sandy McCollum

July 14, 2007

Kathy &family - Cliff was one of the greatest men I have ever know. He played softball with all three of my sons on IVBC softball team and he was the"BEST" pitcher ever!
He will be greatly missed. He is waiting in heaven for all of us and we will see him one day soon!! My heart and prayers are with you all!! Love You all!
Sandy McCollum(Arnold) 803-7602

Sandy McCollum

July 14, 2007

Kathy and family. My heart and prayers go out to each of you! Cliff was a special man that touched many lives. My three sons will never forgot all the fun times playing softball with the "BEST" pitcher, Cliff Wilson.
I love you all and know that Cliff is waiting for each of us when it is our time to go home!
Love,
Sandy McCollum(Arnold) 803-7602

richard beaman

July 14, 2007

Cliff was a great guy and a great family man. I liked him since he was a little kid. It's sad that his life was cut short but guess God has reason that are hard to understand.

Elaine Townsend

July 14, 2007

I was so sorry to hear of Cliff's sudden and untimely passing. His was a life that touched and impacted so many others. He was a blessing to those who knew him, and he will be truly missed. My heart, thoughts, and prayers will continue to go out to you, Kathy, and to all his family. With much love and deepest sympathy--Elaine

Eddie & Dee Dee Marreno

July 14, 2007

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Ashley Townsend

July 14, 2007

I have known Mr. and Mrs. Wilson since I was a kid. They were my 11th & 12th grade Sunday School teachers, but before that, my friends. As I'm sure many are, I was completely shocked to hear about Mr. Wilson. It breaks my heart to know he was taken from us so suddenly, but I do know that he is in heaven and rejoicing in his new life--his eternal life. Mr. Wilson was a truly giving person, selfless in all aspects, hilarious, caring, and easily put a smile on your face. I pray for his sons and their families, but especially Mrs. Wilson. I'm thinking about you and praying for you. Trust in God and know that in a time not too far from now, you'll see your husband, your best friend, again in heaven. I already miss you Mr. Wilson and thank you for not only touching my life, but so many other young lives with your devotion to the IVBC Youth Dept. Thank you for your love and laughter!

Jill Johnson

July 14, 2007

I have such fond memories of Mr. Wilson from when I was in the youth group at Island View. Our water ski and snow ski trips, along with the many other adventures we took. He always had a smile on his face and a kind word to say.

John & Frances Howard

July 14, 2007

Our hearts are saddened to hear of the loss of such a wonderful man. Cliff's life tells the story of a man with a kind heart and helpful hands to many people. He will long be remembered. Our prayers are with the entire family during this time. We love you.

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