1938
2015
Cliff (Clifton) Oliver Davis Sr. was born on January 12th, 1938 to Clarence Osborne and Janie (Parker) Davis in Coalgate, OK. Cliff attended both Gresham and Sandy High Schools, graduating from Sandy in 1956. While attending Gresham High School he met Ann Carol Spencer and they were married from 1956-1962. During this time he served in the National Guard and also attended Mt. Hood Community College. They had three sons, Clif (Clifton) Jr, Gene and Scott. They also had one daughter, Janie.
In 1963 Cliff married Verna (George) Allison, together they had a daughter, Cindy, and raised two of Verna's children from a prior marriage; Donna and Randy. They divorced in 1973.
1978 Cliff married Joan Eleanor Kohler and together they raised Joan's four children, Linda, Tom, Bob and Steve. Joan passed away in 2000.
Cliff was a man with many hobbies. He enjoyed singing Karaoke, playing pool, hiking and traveling. He was also involved with the Lions Club. Cliff was always willing to help a person in need, and he insisted on paying the check when dining with friends or family. He was a strong willed, yet kind-hearted man and he managed to push through adversity and live an extremely successful and fulfilling life.
Cliff was preceded in death by two of his children, Randy Allison and Janie Davis; and sisters Nola Ross and Lucille Wood.
He is survived by his partner of many years, Maricia Brandon; children Clifton Oliver Davis Jr (Theresa) Gene Wayne Davis (Rhonda), Scott Alan Davis (Doreen), Cindy Louise Mc Queen (Gary), Donna Wilson (Steve), Linda Marie Grimm, Tom Metalak, Bob Metelak and Steve Metelak. He is also survived by his siblings Marie Ward (Jim), Don Davis (Marsha) and Florence Lambert (Homer), 17 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
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February 2, 2015
Linda
I will miss you Clif! From "Sweet Pea"
January 30, 2015
Darla Sill
RIP Cliff, you will be missed.
January 29, 2015
Cliff you will be missed! Prayers and hugs to all your family!
January 29, 2015
My thoughts and prayers are with Cliff's family. I did not know Cliff very well but he was always such a friendly fellow and I enjoyed hearing his karaoke and shopping at his fruit stand. He always had the best flowers. He will sure be missed on this mountain.
Cathy Grady (Vancouver WA and Welches OR)
January 29, 2015
Kimberley Bair
Will miss hearing you sing. But oh what songs you are singing now!!
January 29, 2015
Nancy Hoult
My condolences to Clif's family during this sad time. I was lucky in getting to know Clif over the past ten years, what a fun and loving man. And oh what a singer he was! I'll miss you Clif, rest in peace.
January 29, 2015
Jan Wolslegel
Will miss that wonderful voice at karaoke. Blessings to his family.
January 28, 2015
Rick Applegate
What a character. I sure loved hearing his stories and watching him singing karaoke. Our prayers go out to Clif's family during this difficult time of transition. God Bless You my friend, see you on the other side!
January 28, 2015
Kacie Wines
You were my dear friend for over 20 years I will miss you so much Lead the choir with your glorious song!
January 28, 2015
Marie Kennedy
Oh, Cliff. The stories we could tell about years living on the mountain: Thriftway manager (you were the best one ever), music lover (always happy to see you come through the door), singer (you rocked karaoke wherever you went), and just all round fun guy to hang out with. Always, always, you were a true friend. You will be so missed. Rest in peace, Cliff. I miss you already.
January 28, 2015
Jamie Stein
Rest in peace and sing them some Willie Nelson up there. We sure miss you here.
January 28, 2015
Ann Wright
rejoice in Heaven with Jesus and Janie
January 28, 2015
Ann Wright
Clif was a wonderful man and friend to many even years we had parted we remain friends I loved him and will miss him
January 28, 2015
Alley Stahler
It was a pleasure to see Clif and Marisha on a daily basis! I loved his stories..and he had a million! I will cherish his memory.
January 28, 2015
So very sorry for your loss R.I.P. Clif. we will miss you.
Sarah Lewis
January 28, 2015
Temple Martin
Clif and Theresa and all Clif's family - I mourn with you but rejoice in good memories and stories of your father. May he live on in your hearts.
January 28, 2015
Clif Davis
RIP to a real MAN
January 27, 2015
The Staff of Bateman Carroll Funeral Home
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
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