Memorial
Helen L. Clift, 89, of Cedar Rapids, passed away Tuesday April 10, 2012 in Cedar Rapids.A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 AM on Tuesday, April 17, 2012 at Cedar Memorial Park Chapel of Memories. Reverend Harnish will officiate. Visitation will be Monday April 16 from 4 pm to 7 pm.Survivors include her husband Jerry,whom she married 70 years ago on April 5, 1942., a daughter Diane (John) Moore of Cedar Rapids, a son Denny Clift of Cedar Rapids, a brother Bob Beem of Tuscon, AZ, grandchildren; CSM Todd (Cara) Moore, Tim (Angella) Moore, Chrystal (Bruce) Alcorn, two step-grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, and 8 step-great grandchildren. Also surviving are numerous nieces and nephews.Helen was preceded in death by her parents and infant daughter Patricia Lynne.Helen was a wonderful artist, an avid bingo player and loved a good game of farkle. She loved dancing, travel and the time they lived in Tucson. Her family was her greatest pleasure.A memorial fund is being established by the family.