Christopher L. Clifton Warwick, Rhode Island Obituary

Christopher L. Clifton

<p>Christopher L. Clifton, 67, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, March 14, 2023. He was the beloved husband of Karen Clifton for 47 years. Born In Iowa City, Iowa. He was the son of the late Robert and Dorothy (Barrow) Clifton. Chris recently retired from a management position at Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Massachusetts. He was the loving father of Ryan Clifton of Warwick, RI, Reed Clifton of Pelham, NH, and his late son Casey Clifton. Chris also leaves behind a sister, Dondee Stearns and her husband Craig, of Liberty, MO and a brother, Carl Teske and his wife, Anne, of Waterloo, Iowa. He also leaves behind four grandchildren, who were the lights of his life. They are Grant, Carter, Lily, and Kevin. Nothing made him happier than spending time with those four “lucky geese.” In addition to his wife, children, and grandchildren, Chris is survived by daughters-in-law, Erin Clifton and Kelly Clifton as well as several other in-laws, nieces, and nephews.</p><p><br></p><p>Visiting hours, Saturday March 18th from 3-5pm at the Thomas &amp; Walter Quinn Funeral Home, 2435 Warwick Ave., Warwick. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to The Lupus Research Alliance or the March of Dimes charities.</p><p><br></p>
April 7, 1955 - March 14, 202304/07/195503/14/2023
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Patty Weinstein
December 29, 2023
I’m so so sorry to hear about Chris’s passing. We worked together many years ago at Anchor Systems Group in RI and became instant friends with Chris and Karen. We moved away to Virginia but we kept in touch at the holidays. when I didn’t get a Christmas card, I had a f... Continue Reading
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Ellen Pennington
September 23, 2023
I am so very sorry to hear of Chris’ passing. I worked with Chris at HCA in Warwick as well as Passkey in Quincy, MA. He was a great boss with a great sense of humor!! Please accept my heartfelt condolences.
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brad hamlin
May 5, 2023
Heart was posted for Christopher L. Clifton.
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brad hamlin
May 5, 2023
I worked with Chris at HCA in Warwick. He was a kind and generous colleague with a great sense of humor. I am greatly saddened to hear of his passing.
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Rick Eckerman
March 17, 2023
How does one share all the great memories that friends accrue over a life time? I have seen Chris through major milestones, and vice versa. Enduring the death of a friend is painful. A sudden death is devastating.....no chance to say good bye, no chance to prepare yo... Continue Reading
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ERIN FERRAZZA
March 17, 2023
SENDING OUR DEEPEST CONDOLENCES TO YOU ALL. SHOULD YOU NEED ANYTHING, PLEASE LET US KNOW
YOUR NEIGHBORS,
ERIN AND MICHAEL FERRAZZA
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Steve Laxton
March 17, 2023
Deepest condolences to Ryan and his family. Sorry for your loss.


Steve & Sondra Laxton
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Jean Handley
March 15, 2023
Our deepest sympathy to Karen and the family. So sorry to hear of Chris’ passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. Jim & Jean Handley
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Ann Bullard
March 15, 2023
To the family of my cousin Chris. His mother & my father were sister & brother. I have fond memories of family gatherings in Boone, Iowa at our grandparent’s house & driving to Ackley for fun times & good food.
Thinking of Karen, her boys & grandchildren, and his s... Continue Reading
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Denise Hauser Lynk
March 15, 2023
Karen, Ryan, Reid, Dondee & Family.....so very sorry for your loss. Chris was a very dear friend and will always remain in our hearts 💕 forever.
Prayers & hugs abundantly coming your way.

Love,
Gary, Denise (Hauser) & Katy Lynk
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