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Obituary:
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Donald Cameron Clifton, 58, passed away Tuesday, June
15, 2010 at home, after a short battle with cancer. Born
in Detroit, Michigan, on March 15, 1952,
Donnie got to Texas as quick as he could. He
loved life, people, and all that nature had to offer.
From fishing the lakes & reservoirs of
Texas, to
hunting snakes and snaring coyotes; from shooting
contests in the yard to drinking beer with his friends;
from pulling practical jokes to telling tall tales,
Donnie's
sense of humor and zest for life touched
everyone he
encountered.
He gave 100% at every job he
performed, regardless of extreme weather conditions and
possible injury to himself. For 35 years, he worked as
an
OTR Tire man on heavy equipment. He also ran a
tire business from his home,
worked at Austin Powder,
and drove a truck for Sandy Hill
Redi-Mix.
Donnie was a proud American, volunteering for the
US Army at the age of 17, and serving in the 1st Cavalry
Division during the Vietnam War. He was a lifetime
member of the
VFW, and served as Vice Commander at the former
Chico
VFW.
Donnie was devoted to his wife, Lynne, and was
extremely proud of his son, Cameron. In his last months
of his life, he enjoyed the simple pleasures of friends,
family and nature.
Donnie was preceded in death by his brother,
David Dean Clifton, and his faithful dog, Lucy. He is
survived by his wife, Lynne
Condon Clifton; son, Cameron Dale Clifton;
parents, Helen and E.G. (Ted) Clifton; brother, Richard
Clifton; sister, Nancy Harris and husband Jody, sister
Janet
Clifton; mother and father-in-law Robert and
Dorothy
Condon, brother-in-law Brian
Condon, sister-in-law Carol Riley, several nieces
and nephews; and more friends than can be counted. His
spirit will live on in the hearts and
memories of
all.
A Memorial
Service will be held at North Side Church of Christ in
Chico at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday.
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- Iron horses if you can, cages are always welcome and
appreciated.
- Safety First: With warmer weather, please remember
to properly hydrate (including the night before) before
any outdoor activity and to dress appropriately. Do not
hesitate to take a break at any time if you feel you
need to get in the shade or get indoors and always ask
for help at any time. Also please do not forget your sun
screen.
- Please remember that our mission is to stand tall
and silent, and with honor and respect for this patriot
and their family.
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