Clifford Charles Leake
February 03, 1942 - May 18, 2013
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Clifford Charles Leake
February 03, 1942 - May 18, 2013
Obituary
Clifford C. Leake, age 71, passed away on May 18, 2013. In 1968, Clifford married the love of his life, Karen Leake, and remained happily married for 45 years.
He was an avid boater, and especially enjoyed vacationing on his boat, and fishing in Alaska and the San Juan Islands. Clifford also enjoyed scuba-diving, riding motorcycles, and spending time with his favorite Old-English sheep dog, Ranger. Early in life, he joined his father as a boom-man on the logs, then established his career at Intalco.
Clifford is survived by his wife Karen Leake of Bellingham, WA and his Aunt Alice. He predeceased by his daughter Kerri Ann Leake (2011) of Bellingham, WA, his parents Ruby and Charlie Leake of Bellingham, WA, and several aunts and cousins. The family would like to extend special thanks to Beth Salas for providing the floral arrangements.
Farewell Tribute Information
A funeral and graveside service will be held on Wed, May 29, 2013 at 10:00 AM at Greenacres Memorial Park in Ferndale, WA. Donations Information
Memorials may be made to the Whatcom Humane Society.
9 responses to Clifford Charles Leake
karen l leake says:
May 18, 2013
Dear Husband,
I have been with you for 45 years, we had a very good life together. I always felt safe with you in the boat, in the car , in the water. You showed me how to scuba dive, we worked on our home for 40 years together shoulder to shoulder. I learned a lot about remodeling , roofing. you let me be my self and be independent but always had my back and I yours, I miss you every minute of every day. Yes you were one of a kind and I’m so glad. We had a beautiful child together, kind. caring of people, animals, and thoughtful of their feelings. She got her inner strength from both of us, and her love of the outdoors just was natural, We three did it all together from fishing,water sking, snowsking, scuba diving, parasailing, to hiking, I thank you for for being my love and giving these wonderful memories to us. Wait for me both of you I’ll be there soon. My Love forever Karen
Jeff Kenoyer says:
May 18, 2013
Clifford was my large as life Cousin who was always kind to me. He did live life in his own way, which made for some very interesting stories. I remember that Clifford loved being in the outdoors, especially fishing and hunting. I love him, his wife Karen and his lovely daughter Kerri very much. Karen is one of the strongest women I have ever met in my life my Prayers go out to her to ask God to give her more strength, Love and support at this challenging time. Clifford is now with Kerri and free from the challenges of this life. Karen we love you!
Gudlaug Hawkinson says:
May 18, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of sorrow. We loved your daughter, close friends with Kari and Sean, and send our love to you and your family.
Rita Mich. says:
May 18, 2013
To the loving Son,Daughter,Family & Friends,may I offer my sympathy in the painful loss of your dear Clifford.Hopefully you will be comforted by these Verses. Psalms36:7 “HOW PRECIOUS YOUR LOVING-KINDNESS IS O GOD! AND IN THE SHADOW OF YOUR WINGS THE
Carlson. says:
May 18, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with the leake family. worked with cliff at intalco. He was one of a kind. He always had a story to tell. May your family find peace and comfort in the days to come