Clifford John Shore

Funeral services will be held Monday February 3 at Trinity Episcopal Church in Davenport Iowa. Visitation at 10am followed by Masonic Service prior to funeral at 12:00. The burial will be at Pine Hill Cemetery followed by a luncheon back at the church.

His children: Michael (Mary) Shore of Freeport, Jayne (Steven) Boore of Davenport, Brian (Kathy) Shore of Geneseo, Stephen (Leigh) Shore of Coos Bay Oregon, Karen (Tony) Lawless of Andalusia, James (Catt, Lori) Shore of Vancouver Washington. Cliff now rejoins his beloved wife of 66 years, Shirley, along with their sons, Michael and James Shore in eternal rest. 

How do you summarize 94 years of life? Clifford was born August 8, 1930 to Glenn and Mertie (Currier) Shore in Algona Ia. He had 2 older brothers William and Bruce and younger siblings Jesse Shore, Mary Shore (Moon), Carol Shore (Tharp). They were all raised and educated in Algona Iowa and were active and faithful members of St. Thomas Episcopal church. Clifford met his soul mate Shirley M Collier at choir practice at the Cathedral around 1951. They were married on August 22, 1953. Cliff and Shirl lived in Davenport while Cliff attended Augustana then moved to Wilmington, Il for 4 years where Cliff worked at Joliet arsenal. Being promoted to Head of Personnel at Savanna Army Depot, they lived in Savanna for the next 30 years where they’d raise their family. While there, he enjoyed hunting, fishing and raising horses. He was a member of St. Paul Episcopal Church in Savanna. He was a 50+lifetime member of the Prudence Masonic Lodge. In 1997, their love story came full circle back to Davenport, IA, to care for Shirley’s mother. They once again became members of Trinity Cathedral. Cliff made many friendships, through participating in the Masonic Lodge, Rainbow Girls, Eastern Star, cancer benefits, craft and health fairs, along with organ lessons which became a hobby later in life. Cliff also nurtured a green thumb, taking great pride in his garden, particularly his prized tomatoes. He then generously shared ripe tomatoes that brought delight to friends and family gatherings. His gardening passion reflected his patience, dedication, and love for the simple joys in life. Cliff will be cherished for his thoughtful and creative spirit, especially evident in his exquisite, hand-painted Christmas ornaments. Each year, he'd lovingly craft these miniature masterpieces, carefully selecting a unique design for each family member. His attention to detail and devotion to his art brought joy to all who received these treasured gifts. Additionally, Cliff's artistic talents extended to his beautifully painted villages, which he'd painstakingly perfect with precision and patience. His artwork will continue to inspire warm memories and serve as a testament to his love and creativity. Other activities and interests were reading, golfing, and attending River Bandit Games, Quad City Hockey Games, attending their grandchildren’s sporting and school functions, and cheering on the Iowa Hawkeyes and Kansas City Chiefs.  Vivid storytelling is perhaps what Cliff is most remembered for, exercising his fantastic recall and animated voice to entertain wherever he found himself. Even at large gatherings of family and friends, he found time to see and appreciate each one of us.

Cliff and Shirley renewed their vows for their 66th anniversary in the hospital surrounded by friends, family and staff. Shirley passed away 6 days later August 28, 2019 at home with Cliff holding her hand

Cliff was welcomed into Heaven by his parents, wife, Shirley, sons, James (2021) and Michael (2024), daughters-in-law, Mary Kate Shore and Lori Shore, brothers, Bill (Liz) Shore, Bruce (Harriett) Shore, and Jesse Shore, sister, Carol (George) Tharp, brothers-in-law, Jerry Moon, Jim Collier, and Bert (Joyce) Collier, niece, Mary Beth Shore, and a great niece, Whitney Jordan.

Those left to honor is memory and continue the legacy are: his sister, Mary Moon, his children, Jayne (Steve) Boore, of Davenport, IA, Brian (Kathy) Shore, of Geneseo, IL, Stephen (Leigh) Shore, of North Bend, OR, Karen (Tony) Lawless, of Andalusia, and daughter-in-law, Catt Shore, of Portland, OR; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Katie (Chad) Enright, and their daughter, Maddie Enright, Kris (Ashley) Shore, and their daughters, Raelynn and Merida Shore, LeAnna Boore, and her two children, Lahna and Gabriel Buckley, Rob Shore (Joshua Rastetter), Elizabeth Pyle (Dillon Lopez), with one on the way, Kara Shore, Bre (Richie) Maher, and their sons, Easton and Tucker, Bill Lawless (Taylor Anderson), Vanessa (Brannon) Gomes, Bridgett Callaway and Ricky Gardner-Curry, brother-in-law David (Nadine) Collier, many cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family.

 There is a place in our hearts that only your love can fill. We love and miss you both, Mom, Dad, and our brothers, Mike and Jim, you will always be with us. “Bye for now.”