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Cliff L. Speer, 58, went to be with the Lord on February 17, 2017.
Born in Catskill, NY on April 17, 1958 to Earl and Elaine Speer Sr., Cliff was a beloved father, brother, son and uncle. Cliff was a member of Bible Baptist Church of York.
Cliff graduated in 1988 from Helene Fuld School of Nursing and in 1996 from Rutgers University with a BSN.
Cliff's dedicated 25 year professional nursing career included Philadelphia and South Jersey hospitals, neonatal intensive care, pediatrics, and oncology units. Cliff also served as a nurse in Haiti during two mission trips and was a Lieutenant in the Army Reserves serving as an RN.
Cliff was an active member of the 12th NJ Volunteer Infantry civil war reenactors and a proud member of the "Libby Prison Minstrels" band where he played all percussion instruments. (Civil War period music)
Cliff was an accomplished runner who participated in and finished numerous marathons including the Boston Marathon.
Cliff is survived by his daughter, Rachel Speer; sisters, Elaine Bruno and husband, Gary and Denyse Speer and spouse, Dena Salerno; four nieces, Amanda, Lisa, Kim and Jackie; and four nephews, Dave, Kevin, Christopher, and Earl III.
The memorial service will begin at 7 p.m. Friday at Bible Baptist Church, 4190 Susquehanna Trail North, York, with Pastor Bill Shutt officiating. Visitation with the family will follow the service at the church. Private burial was Evergreen Cemetery in Gettysburg Pa.
Memorial contributions may be made to Bible Baptist Church Missions, 4190 Susquehanna Trail North, York, PA 17404.
Arrangements entrusted to the John W. Keffer Funeral Homes and Crematory, Inc., West York.
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Brian Ross
February 22, 2017
I played music with Cliff in The Libby Prison Minstrels. So many laughs and silliness. I will always remember him fondly. I had contacted the Phillies and told them about Cliffs and Rich's situation and they agreed to have us do the Star Spangled Banner again. This was something I wanted to do for them both so they would have something to look forward too. We all had such a good time doing the SSB for the Phillies previously. Sadly. Cliff will never get that chance. Huzzah to Cliff as he was a phenomenal bones player and percussionist, however mostly I will miss looking over and seeing that smile. He will be sorely missed. Brigitte and I would like to offer our condolences to Cliff's family and friend's.
May God Bless Our Friend Cliff!
Union Forever
Brian Ross
LPM
Rich and Cliff
Brian Ross
February 21, 2017
Cliff horsing around
Brian Ross
February 21, 2017
Harrisburg Concert
Brian Ross
February 21, 2017
Halloween Rich, Brian, and Cliff
Brian Ross
February 21, 2017
Last Show at Gettysburg 2016
Brian Ross
February 21, 2017
Phillies Star Spangled Banner
Brian Ross
February 21, 2017
Gettysburg Music Muster
Brian Ross
February 21, 2017
New Libby Prison Minstrels
Brian Ross
February 21, 2017
Libby Prison Minstrels on the Battlefield
Brian Ross
February 21, 2017
Mylo Knuttsach
February 21, 2017
There will always be an empty spot in our hearts and at our campfires. Man could Cliff play those bones! Cliff will be sorely missed by his pards in the reenacting community. The 12th will carry on and his memory will as well. RIP
Vinnie
Linda Regul
February 20, 2017
Clifford the big red dog...rest in peace buddy
Lynn Bartley
February 20, 2017
I had the pleasure of working with Cliff for many years at Fox Chase Cancer Center on 1 South. He was an amazing oncology nurse, an awesome coworker, and a true friend. I will miss him very much. He made me laugh on a daily basis. My condolences go out to Rachel and the entire family. RIP bud!
Emily Lang
February 20, 2017
You will be forever missed by all.
Linda and daniel Wiley
February 20, 2017
Elaine and family so sorry to hear about your brother may the Lord comfort you knowing that he is with his Savior
Kim Destefano
February 20, 2017
May uncle Clifford rest in peace and all the family and friends feel comfort, strength and love.
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