Clifford was the loving father of Shirley (Bill) Roudebush, Nancy Askren and Clifford (Jackie) Askren Jr., grandfather of Kelly (Michael) Krausz, Julie (Dave) Luark, Scott Askren, Steve (Vera) Shultz and Stacy Shultz, great grandfather of Della, Ava, Matthew, Charlie and Tay, companion to Betty Bacon and father figure to Dorinda Boyer. He was preceded in death by his loving wife Delphena and daughter Carole.
Clifford enjoyed riding his Harley and playing golf. He loved spending time with his family and his grandchildren. He also loved the many family dogs.
Clifford was a proud WWII veteran of the United States Army. He retired from Detroit Edison after 45 years of service where he never missed a single day of work.
Clifford was the Sr. member of Redford Aldersgate United Methodist Church. He was a member there for over 50 years. He was very active in the church and volunteered there for many years.
In lieu of flowers, the family would prefer that donations be made to Heartland Hospice 3840 Packard Rd. Suite 240 Ann Arbor, MI 48108.