Obituary for Michael A. ""Big Mike"" Clifford
Michael A. Clifford “Big Mike”
64, Lifelong resident of Canaryville, passed away April 22, 2023. Devoted Father of Michael A. Clifford Jr. and Carl (Sarah) Clifford; loving brother of Carol (late Jim, Retried CPD) Henderson, Kathleen (Jack, Retired CPD) Doyle; also survived by dear nieces Mary Margaret and Colleen, nephew Johnny, and many more fond nieces, nephews, and friends; fun-loving god-father of Justin Bracken; and soon to be Grandpa to Link Clifford, and step-grandpa of Gabriel Williams.
Michael was preceded in death by his mother Catherine A. Clifford (nee Kave), and two brothers Robert and William Clifford.
Mike was a member of the Canaryville S.A.C Club. He was a dedicated 30+ year employee of Scientific Home Windows, and extremely skilled self taught electrician. One of Mike’s favorite past times was ATV riding. His family described him as a true handyman, and “Jager Mixologist!” He was a hard worker and always eager to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Mike will be remembered for his outgoing, energetic, and lively personality. He was a devoted son, father, brother, uncle, God-father, and friend who will always be remembered and never forgotten.
Services at McInerney Central Chapel, 4635 S. Wallace Street, Chicago, IL 60609 on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 3-8 pm. Funeral Thursday, May 4, 2023 with chapel prayers at 9am to St. Gabriel Church, 600 W. 45th St., Chicago for a 10 am Mass of Christian Burial. Cremation has taken place in accordance with his wishes.
Please visit MICHAEL CLIFFORD book of memories. To express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, visit http://WWW.CHAPELC.COM or FACEBOOK.COM/FUNERALMC. For information 773 268-0703 or 773 581-9000.
64, Lifelong resident of Canaryville, passed away April 22, 2023. Devoted Father of Michael A. Clifford Jr. and Carl (Sarah) Clifford; loving brother of Carol (late Jim, Retried CPD) Henderson, Kathleen (Jack, Retired CPD) Doyle; also survived by dear nieces Mary Margaret and Colleen, nephew Johnny, and many more fond nieces, nephews, and friends; fun-loving god-father of Justin Bracken; and soon to be Grandpa to Link Clifford, and step-grandpa of Gabriel Williams.
Michael was preceded in death by his mother Catherine A. Clifford (nee Kave), and two brothers Robert and William Clifford.
Mike was a member of the Canaryville S.A.C Club. He was a dedicated 30+ year employee of Scientific Home Windows, and extremely skilled self taught electrician. One of Mike’s favorite past times was ATV riding. His family described him as a true handyman, and “Jager Mixologist!” He was a hard worker and always eager to lend a helping hand to anyone in need. Mike will be remembered for his outgoing, energetic, and lively personality. He was a devoted son, father, brother, uncle, God-father, and friend who will always be remembered and never forgotten.
Services at McInerney Central Chapel, 4635 S. Wallace Street, Chicago, IL 60609 on Wednesday, May 3, 2023 from 3-8 pm. Funeral Thursday, May 4, 2023 with chapel prayers at 9am to St. Gabriel Church, 600 W. 45th St., Chicago for a 10 am Mass of Christian Burial. Cremation has taken place in accordance with his wishes.
Please visit MICHAEL CLIFFORD book of memories. To express your thoughts or memories in the online guest book, visit http://WWW.CHAPELC.COM or FACEBOOK.COM/FUNERALMC. For information 773 268-0703 or 773 581-9000.