WILLIAM FULLER CLIFT

WILLIAM FULLER CLIFT, age 83, of Trotwood, passed away on Wednesday, October 14, 2015 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Dayton.  He was born on August 23, 1932 in Cameron, MO to the late Vernor and Nina (McBrayer) Clift.  His wife of 56 years, Verna (Campbell) Clift, survives.

William is also survived by three children: Robyn (David) Etz of China, MI, William Todd (Patti) Clift of Brownsburg, IN and Jason (Diane) Clift of Grand Blanc, MI; one sister: Velma Helton of Beavercreek, OH; and seven grandchildren: Daniel (Amy) Etz, Kelly Etz, Cameron Clift, Abigail Clift, Joshua Clift, Hannah Clift and Caleb Clift.  In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers Marvin Clift and Larry Clift; and two nephews: Larry Clift, Jr. and Billy Clift.

William held a Master's Degree from Miami University and was a teacher with the Dayton schools before retiring after 27 years of service.  He attended Troy Christian Church in Troy, OH.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 Noon on Saturday, October 17, 2015 at Troy Christian Church in Troy with Pastor Mark Messmore and Pastor Chris Heiss co-officiating.  Burial will follow in Mt. Zion Cemetery in Beavercreek, OH.  Friends may call from 10:00 AM – 12:00 Noon on Saturday at the church.  Arrangements are being handled by Baird Funeral Home in Troy.

Memorial contributions may be made to Troy Christian Church, 1440 E. St. Rt. 55, Troy, OH 45373.  Condolences may be expressed to the family at www.bairdfuneralhome.com .