Clifford B. Rich Jr.

Clifford B. Rich Jr., 77, of Center Lisle, NY passed away peacefully with his family by his side on May 31, 2024.

Born on February 10, 1947 to Clifford and Ethel Lee Rich. Cliff was predeceased by his first wife, Deanna Kinsman Rich in 2007, his son Jason in 2022, his brothers, George and James Lynch and Robert (Topper) Rich. He was Class of 1964 Ithaca High School. He retired from Borg Warner in 2009. He served in the US Navy July 65-July 69.

Cliff is survived by his wife, Rolanda Rich, His children, Clifford (Char) Rich and their children CJ and Bobby, Michelle Rich and her children (Tommy, Jonathan, and Timothy) and Laura (Mike)Holt and their children (Hannah and Levi), Jason’s children Caley, Jaylynne, Max and De., Sister Irene Cornell and Brother Rodney (Betty) Rich. Also survived by 5 great grandchildren. Several nephews and nieces.  Step-children Rolanda (Bill) Edmister and their children, Jake & Zach and Telessa (David) Bean and their children Autumn Eberlin and Amber.

He loved spending time with his family. Wintering in Florida where he made several good friends. He enjoyed baking cakes and cooking, playing games and bocci. He enjoyed hunting and fishing in his younger years. He maintained his sense of humor to the end.

Graveside services is 11:00 am, June 4 at Caroline Grove Cemetery, Caroline, NY.

Per Cliff’s request, we will have a celebration of life picnic on June23 at 1:00 pm at Rawley Park, Richford, NY, dish to pass appreciated. Donations can be made to the Caroline Grove Cemetery in his honor of Clifford.

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