Clifford F. Clever passed away on December 30th, 2024. He was a loving husband to Patricia (nee Franke) for nearly 65 years. Beloved father to the late Sandy Wenger, Debbie Nehring (Wayne) and Eric Clever (the late Angela); grandfather to Sarah Marshall (Terry), AndreaSchneider, Shannon Thomas (Brandon), Doug Nehring, Hallie Volz (Matt), Greg Nehring (Mary), and Kelly Clever (Brian Skouby); great grandfather to Jaxon Marshall, Kaylea Marshall,Mackenzie Turner, Damien Schneider, Anna Thomas, Kaden Volz, Harper Thomas, Hudson Volz, and Charlotte Nehring. Loving brother to Lilian Flinkstrum, Evelyn Westerhold, the late Wally Clever and Donald Clever.
The love Cliff had for his family and friends showed in everything he did, especially when sharing his love for the outdoors. He loved fishing, hunting, and camping. He was a long time member and leader of the Anglers of Missouri, along with participating in the Elks Club and many conservation clubs & activities. He and his wife were longtime members of Salem Lutheran Church in Affton.
Whether it was family, friends, neighbors or strangers, Cliff was always ready to lend a hand or make them smile. His outgoing and friendly personality helped him become a great salesman and manager.
Cliff will forever be missed and remembered with love by all who knew him. We are all comforted knowing he is no longer in pain and at peace in his heavenly home surrounded by loved ones.
The visitation and funeral will be held at Kutis Funeral Home at 10151 Gravois. The visitation will be on Friday, January 10th, 4-8 pm. The service will be on Saturday, January 11th at 10 am. Internment at Park Lawn Cemetery immediately after service. The family invites you to wear Anglers of Missouri, camouflage, or flannel clothing to celebrate the things he loved.
Cliff had a really big influence on my life. From teaching us how to catch bullfrogs during season with our bare hands to showing us how to hook that minow on the limb line just right.
From the time I met him, Cliff teased me unmercifully, from calling me Mrs. Chris to throwing me in the mud. He dunked me over and over in the river for being too dressed up to come to the Anglers. Cliff and Pat always made me feel welcome. I love them both
Eric, I was looking for someone else and happened to see your dad’s photo. I am truly sorry for your loss. Your dad was one of the kindest people I have ever met! I still tell the story of how he kept a siding salesman on the phone for an extended period of time only to end the conversation with “I didn’t know you could put siding on a brick house” :). It’s been many years since I have seen him but people like that never are forgotten, he will be missed. May you find peace in all of your memories of him. My prayers are with you and your family.
Cliff was a inspiration to all who knrw him. Always smiling and always positive, if ya wanted a Schaffer he usually had one.
Eric thank you for your friendship and your family.
Gods blessing