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for Cliff Mottaz
Ruth Siler
December 18, 2020
Think of you often and remember you fondly.
Ruth Siler
December 18, 2019
We were remembering Cliff and Carol just recently. Always remembered fondly. Such a kind man he was. Always with us buddy.
Jeremy Bonikowske
February 12, 2008
Dear Mottaz Family,
I had Cliff as a professor at UWRF throughout the years of 2002-2006. He was a great teacher and always had a great story every class period. He always had a way to make us laugh. I wish the best to the family.
Sincerely,
Jeremy Bonikowske
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Dory Ahlquist
January 5, 2008
To the Mottaz Family -
My deepest sympathy to all of you during this very difficult time. We know not when our baptism is complete, only God knows that. May Skip rest in peace. My prayers are with you all. May you find an abundance of God's love in your hearts.
Love,
Dory
(I was married to David Martin, cousin to Skip, Ed, Joanie, Kay and Bobbie. I have stayed in touch w/ Joanie.)
Steve Perry
January 2, 2008
Carole,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Steve and Suzie Perry
Leigh-Anna Bliss
December 29, 2007
I didn't know Dr. Mottaz extremely well, but he made an impression on me. He was my adviser and professor for two classes this past semester. He went to great lengths to make sure I had what I needed and encouraged me to do well in school. I will always remember his kindness, patience, generosity, and sense of humor. He seemed to me to be a person of great moral character who had a genuine care for others. I am praying for the family for your comfort and strength during this time.
Debbie, Lorrie and Barbie
December 28, 2007
Dear Aunt Carole,
Our deepest sympathy to you from the bottom of our hearts. We wish we could be up there with you and the rest of our family. We can't express how shocked and saddened we are to hear of Uncle Skips passing. Please know that even tough we can't be there during this time, our love and prayers are with you. We will cherish the fond memories we have of Uncle Skip from our childhood.Debbie, Barbie and myself will always remember picking out all of our black jelly beans from our Easter baskets on Easter morning so we could give them to Uncle Skip when we would see him on Easter Sunday at Grandma & Grandpa Mottaz's. As the years went on and we grew older and met people along the way, Debbie , Barbie and myself can remember how proud we always felt when someone would ask us if we were related to Dr. Cliff Mottaz. Not only was he a wonderful Uncle but always know that for us, it was an honor to be his nieces. A stated in this guest book by Auntie Joannie, we too find peace and comfort in knowing that Uncle Skip is with Grandma & Grandpa Mottaz.
All Our Love From Your Nieces In Florida And Our Families -
Debbie, Lorrie and Barbie
Paul Larson
December 28, 2007
I extend my sympathy to you and your family on the passing of such a great chevy car guy. He will be sorely missed. My prayers are with you.
Ali Munneke
December 28, 2007
Dr. Mottaz was a wonderful professor and an even more admirable man. Over the past 8 years I have frequently found myself in situations that remind me of a story he has told. He let his students be a part of his life. After moving out of state, I would visit Mottaz on campus when I came home. He would always make time to get a beer and just tell stories. He never judged and always gave everyone the benefit of the doubt. He spoke with admiration about his family, especially his wife. Everytime I see a classic car I think of him. My prayers are with his family and loved ones.
Allison Schaber
December 27, 2007
It is hard to put into words the way I felt about Dr. Mottaz. I used to sit and talk with him in his office and before we knew it an hour had already flown by. He was a wonderful professor and it is hard to realize that no one will ever benefit from his knowledge and expertise again. He could always make you laugh; he connected with the kids in class with stories of his youth, and he took a genuine interest in all of his students. I have nothing but great admiration for Dr. Mottaz, I honestly feel privileged to have known him and my thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time.
Phil and Sue Harrison
December 27, 2007
Carole,
We were so sorry to hear about Cliff and our prayers are with you.
I'll always remember having sweet corn with you two in the parking lot at the Minneapolis car show.
The '57 Chevy and Chevelle world will miss his expertise.
John Gillstrom
December 27, 2007
I was blessed to be one of Professor Mottaz's students back in the late 1970s. I have always considered him my favorite prof, for many reasons. His passion was teaching, not pontificating. May the Lord Jesus Christ comfort you with His unconditional love during this time, Mottaz family.
Amanda Werra
December 26, 2007
Dr. Mottaz did not only motivate his students to do well, he believed they could. His stories, awesome sense of humor, and overall caring nature will be immensely missed at UWRF. My prayers go out to his loved ones during this time. Thanks for being there for us Mottaz, we will miss you!
Lynn Frisbie
December 26, 2007
I grew up with skip & his family, we lived one block away & his sister Joanie & I are still best friends. Skip was in & out of the house doing all the "teanager stuff" while growing up. I know how close knit he was with his family & how sorely missed he will be, he was like a big brother to me always there & in the picture. Carol, I am so sorry you have lost your best friend, I can't imagine what it is like. I know Skip was a wonderful man, husband & brother. Ed, Joanie, Kay & Bobbie, there are no words to say how sad I feel for you all. I know a few people who have had him as a teacher & everyone says how kind he was to everyone. God be with you & with Skip. I love you guys,
Lynn Frisbie & family
Joe and Sandy Shea
December 26, 2007
Cliff was one on the nicest, friendliest and most considerate people we met in our 20+ years of attending old car conventions. Cliff will be sorely missed. May he rest in peace.
Pam Fear
December 26, 2007
I recently graduated from UWRF and Dr. Mottaz was a professor of mine. He always told the best stories about his childhood and he always made us laugh. He will be greatly missed. My sincere condolences to his family.
Alan Gocken
December 26, 2007
I recently graduated from River Falls, May 2007. I took every single class he taught at UWRF because I enjoyed his teaching and his stories so much. I will miss talking with him and learning so much from him. A great proffessor, friend and person. RIP Dr. Mottaz.
Joe Whitaker
December 26, 2007
Cliff and Carole have always been such wonderful friends to myself and our small group of Chevy friends for many years. Cliff will be sorely missed by all of us.
Amanda Mollner
December 25, 2007
Dr. Mottaz,
You were not only my professor, but my friend. We shared some of the same health issues and you were always there, understanding what I was going through. I can't believe that you are not going to be at UWRF when I return in the spring. I was looking forward to your class you were going to teach. I was praying for you about your surgery and I hope you hear my prayers now. My deepest condolences to the family of such a wonderful man. I hope the wind is behind your back Mottaz, we will miss you forever!
Mitch Siler
December 25, 2007
There are just no words to express our deep sadness on the passing of our dear friend Cliff. Please accept our deepest sympathies on your loss. He will be forever missed and remembered. Love and prayers to you.
Patty Schaber
December 24, 2007
As a parent of one Dr Mottaz's students, there are not enough words to even begin to decribe what his freindship meant to our daughter Allison. We were never fortune enough to have met Dr Mottaz, but he was apart of our lives for 4 years. Allison talked about him with great admiration. They had so much in common, encluding the fact the they were both from the "eastside".
Dr Mottaz, we so hope there was a bottle of cold german beer waiting for you!
Kayla Mrozinski
December 24, 2007
Dr. Mottaz will be greatly missed. He brought so much to students at UWRF.
Vanessa Schulte
December 24, 2007
Dr. Mottaz was an amazing professor at UWRF. He was a favorite of many including myself. His stories brought life to the classroom. I will never forget stopping by his office to chat with him. He was always welcoming of his students and advisees. My condolences to the family, may you find peace and joy in the memories you share. My thoughts and prayers are with the families and friends in the days ahead.
Joanie Mottaz Policone
December 24, 2007
My Dear Brother,
I am going to miss you so much! You were my friend, confidant and protector. I feel comfort in knowing that you are with mom and dad now. You will always be in my heart. With all my love! Joanie
Jenifer Brandt
December 24, 2007
I am so sorry to hear about Cliff. As a sociology major, he was one of my professors over 20 years ago. I always enjoyed his classes. He was my teacher and my friend.
Rest in Peace, buddy.
Jenifer (Severson) Brandt
Ruth Siler
December 24, 2007
The loss of someone so close is difficult to bear. We share your grief.
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