Born in Bellingham WA to Wiley and Evelyn Clifton; passed away in Newcastle WA at age 77. Veteran, US Navy and Boeing Co. retiree. Survived by sons, Robert J. (Beverly) Taylor and Larry R.W. "Rob" Clifton Jr; 2 grandchildren & 1 great-grandchild; sisters, Evelyn Casman and Mary Clifton. Preceded in death by a son, Jason V. Clifton.