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Clift, Helen L.
Helen L. Clift, 89, of Cedar Rapids, passed away Tuesday, April 10, 2012, in Cedar Rapids.
A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, April 17, 2012, at Cedar Memorial Park Chapel of Memories. Reverend Harnish will officiate. Visitation will be Monday, April 16, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Cedar Memorial Park Funeral Home.
Survivors include her husband, Jerry, who she married 70 years ago on April 5, 1942; a daughter, Diane (John) Moore of Cedar Rapids; a son, Denny Clift of Cedar Rapids; a brother, Bob Beem of Tuscon, Ariz.; grandchildren, CSM Todd (Cara) Moore, Tim (Angella) Moore, and Chrystal (Bruce) Alcorn; two stepgrandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; and eight step-great-grandchildren. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.
Helen was preceded in death by her parents and infant daughter, Patricia Lynne.
Helen was a wonderful artist, an avid bingo player, and loved a good game of farkle. She loved dancing, travel, and the time they lived in Tucson. Her family was her greatest pleasure.
A memorial fund is being established by the family.
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Published April 14, 2012 in The Gazette
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