Frances Arlene Clift (Bolivar)'s Obituary
Frances (Beeler) Clift, 62, of Aldrich, MO left this world to be with her Maker on February 11, 2017 after suffering a stroke. Frances was born on November 1, 1954 in Kissee Mills, MO to Edward and Flora Beeler. She was the ninth of ten children to fill their home. She graduated from Forsyth High School and married Eddie Clift on March 30, 1974.
Frances and Eddie were blessed to bring two daughters into their home, Julie and Pamela. Frances was a devoted wife, a loving mother, and a good friend to many. Frances was a talented seamstress, being especially fond of making quilts for those she loved. Frances also greatly enjoyed spoiling her three grandchildren. Frances was an excellent cook and an even more talented baker. Her cinnamon rolls were especially delicious and were enjoyed by many throughout the years.
Frances was preceded in death by her father Edward Beeler, mother Flora Beeler, and brother Junior Beeler.
She is survived by her husband Eddie Clift, daughter Julie Clift, daughter Pamela (Clift) Drake, and son-in-law Josh Drake. She is additionally survived by her three grandchildren, Keegan Drake, Ansley Drake, and Lindyn Drake. Siblings Betty Aldrich, Cecil Beeler, Bobby Ferguson, Linda Worster, Connie Jennings, Ernie Beeler, Donna Blair, and Shirley Shipman also survive Frances.
Graveside services will be held at Pleasant Ridge Cemetery in Aldrich, MO, on Thursday February 16, 2017, under the direction of the Butler Funeral Home, of Bolivar.
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