of Marion, AR
January 23, 1947 - April 27, 2023
Cliff Southern, 76, departed this life on April 27, 2023 at his residence in Marion, Arkansas.
Cliff was born January 23, 1947 in Manila, Arkansas to Earvin and Inez Southern. He is preceded in death by his parents; sister, Wanda Moye and his son, Shannon Southern.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his wife of 57 years, Pam; his children, Chad Southern (Brigitte) and Michelle McDaniel (Lance) of Marion; his sister, Glenda Ford (Teddy) of Harrisburg, Arkansas; his grandchildren, Skyla Burton (Sam) of West Memphis, Emily Martinez of West Memphis, Cody Doyle (Brinkley) of Weiner, Madison McDaniel (Seth) of Marion, Casey Southern, Landry Southern and Brennan McDaniel; his great grandchildren, Olivia, Brookley, Jackson, River, Samuel, Weston, Legend, Everleigh and Dax.
Cliff's wife, Pam, his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren were his pride and joy. He was so proud of each and every one of them and prayed daily for them, calling them out by name to his Savior. Cliff's biggest hero was his father, Earvin Southern. His father helped mold him into the great man he became. Church played a significant role in Cliff's life. He was a member of Angels Way Baptist Church, where he served as a deacon. Cliff had a true servant's heart and a genuine love for others, always willing to help and encourage his church family.
In 1987, after several years working in the parts business, Cliff bought what is now Cliff's Auto Parts. Throughout the last 36 years, Cliff's has become a vital part of the community, providing parts and supplies for all. Cliff always said ''If we don't have it, we can get it!'' His customers were his friends and he was known for his generosity and integrity. Cliff took pride in serving Marion and the surrounding communities.
Cliff always began his mornings in his study preparing for his day by reading the word of God and praying. Then it was breakfast in town with his buddies. When not working, Cliff enjoyed spending time outside. According to his grandchildren, he also enjoyed hanging out with and talking to his dog and cat. Cliff loved hunting and found serenity at his cabin in the hills. Watching the wildlife in the mornings from his front porch rocking chair was a true gift. He also enjoyed watching old westerns starring "The Duke".
Cliff loved to sing. He'd be the first to say he was not the greatest singer but you could sure feel God's presence in his voice every time he sang a special at church. Everyone knew it was genuine and came from his heart.
Cliff found that the most important thing in this world was spending time with his Savior. He understood that everything else in life would fall into place if he allowed Jesus to be the Lord of his entire life and by surrendering everything to Him. By doing so, he became a living example to his family, friends, customers and community.
His family requests that memorials be sent to Angels Way Baptist Church Youth Ministry, Post Office Box 1340, Marion, Arkansas 72364.
Visitation for Cliff will be held on Monday, May 1, 2023 at Angel's Way Baptist Church beginning at 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Funeral Services will be held on Tuesday, May 2, 2023 at the church also and will begin at 10:00 AM. Burial will take place afterwards at Crittenden Memorial Park in Marion, Arkansas.
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42 Condolence(s)
Mary Carter
Monday, May 8, 2023
Pam and family. I am so sorry for your loss. Cliff was a friend of my dad Grady Gregory, Telling him of the love of Jesus. When Dad excepted Christ as his saviour he asked Cliff to come to his baptism. Of course he and family did. He also witnessed to my husband Bud. They had worked together years ago. Praise God Bud did Except Christ also. Family you can see why I think so highly of Cliff. I want to say So sorry I as unable to Be at the funeral,as my daughter Beth had just passed away. Have been praying for your family. I had seen Cliff about a week before at a local restaurant, Me being an old lady of 84 y/r he gives me a quick hug and said GIRL how are you doing. Keeping family in my prayers.
Bob Stokes
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
I was shocked and saddened to learn of Cliff's passing. I had visited with him the day before. The world is a better place because of the life Cliff led and the influence he had on the people with whom he had business dealings or those he counseled. He was always very helpful to my daughter Dorothy when she would come in and say "I need this whatchama call it." His son Chad has some Godly shoes to fill, but I think he's more than capable.
Mildred Teague
Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Pam & family, my heart goes out to each of u! Cliff was a very good man & friend to Jerry Wayne & I for many years!
He will be greatly missed!
Prayers for all!
Louis, Angela & Morgan Pirani
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
I can’t find the words to express the heartbreak that we feel. Please know that we will be praying for all of you. You all are more like family to us. Mr. Cliff was a blessing to everyone that knew him. Lots of prayers & love for The Southern family from us.
Kattie Brooks
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
Mr Cliff was really a nice and caring man,,,This community will truly miss him.
Krystal Gammel
Tuesday, May 2, 2023
To the Southern Family: I am so sorry for you loss. I hope you hold tight the special memories each one of you have of Cliff. Keep his smile and his laugh in your hearts. You will see him again one day. Love to you all,
Krystal Gammel
Sherry Grice
Monday, May 1, 2023
Praying for all. Cliff will be truly missed. We love y’all. We know he is in a better place. Sherry Grice ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸â¤ï¸
Clara Peden
Monday, May 1, 2023
To Pam Southern and family. I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your husband. I am friends with Michelle and Lance. I know at this time you are at a loss and have a whole in your heart. I did not know Mr. Cliff but to those that knew him that I am friends with always said he was a fine Christian and a great man that loved his family. Thank God for his promise that those of us that are Christian's will meet again some day soon. Praying for all the family. God needed another angel in heaven and he chose Mr. Cliff. He will continue to watch over each of you. God bless you all.
Gary Swain
Monday, May 1, 2023
Prayers for peace, comfort. Our thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.
Eli Hobbs
Monday, May 1, 2023
What a man!
Miss you “ Pap Pawâ€
Lamon moye
Monday, May 1, 2023
Gail Reed
Monday, May 1, 2023
Prayers for everyone ðŸ™ðŸ™ðŸ™
TOM HALL
Monday, May 1, 2023
25 years of pleasant interactions, always a pleasure to deal with Cliff, and by extension, his associates. A jumble of archaic words come instantly to mind. Courteous, Pleasant, kind. competent, knowledgeable, all qualities that lived strong with Cliff. I, certainly, but more so, this part of the world is a better place for having known him.
Glen and Patsy Foster
Monday, May 1, 2023
Our thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Pete & Myrtle Mcvay bunman232@gmail @ g mail. com
Monday, May 1, 2023
I'm so sorry to hear of Cliffs passing, he was a good man and friend of mine I got to spend some time with him and Chadd in the deer woods, I glad I got to have him as a friend in my life,
Prayers for him beautiful family
PETE MCVAY
Clyde Blaylock
Monday, May 1, 2023
Praying for peace for your family
Clyde Blaylock
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Becky Hinkle
Monday, May 1, 2023
Sending prayers to cliff's family. Got to know the entire family when we had the video store just a few doors down. Cliff and family are just very good people sorry for your loss. In the day's to come may the family and all who knew Cliff find comfort in the memories left behind. Becky, Jason and brannon Hinkle
Johnny Burns
Sunday, April 30, 2023
As someone who has had the honor of working beside Cliff Southern as my neighbor for over 40 years at Marion Shopping Center, I can that his steadfast friendship not only enriched my life, but also enriched the lives of the many people he served in the many communities. He was a fine Christian man who strove to walk in the words and teaching of his savior Jesus Christ, and he will be dearly missed. He brought laughter to sometimes long work days, and helped me throughout my life more times than I could possibly recount! I find grace in the knowledge that his legacy will thrive in the lives of his beautiful family and children. Please know I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time.
Dave Spencer
Sunday, April 30, 2023
Cliff was one heck of a nice guy and ran one of the best businesses around. They don't make them like him anymore and I am sorry for his family's loss. God broke the mold when they made him. He is one of the last of a great generation of men and he will be missed by everyone.
Denise Hall
Sunday, April 30, 2023
So sorry for your loss You and Your family is in our thoughts a prayers Candle Childers ,Denise Hall
Anita Graham
Sunday, April 30, 2023
Prayers for family I am so sorry for your loss. He was a very kind caring man.
Paul Lassiter
Saturday, April 29, 2023
No words can express the lost of a friend like Cliff I can only say that he will be missed by all who knew him it was a real privilege to know such a good man prays for all the family
Jody Catt
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Chad and family, so sorry for your loss. Mr. Cliff will be greatly missed in the Marion community. We will be praying for y’all.
Karen anderson
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Truly a man among men. He was an example to be followed in so many ways.
Rob, Dena & Travis Ammons
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Prayers and comfort for the family. Anyone who knew Cliff knew he was a godly man without him saying he was a Christian. If you knew Cliff you are a better person for knowing him. Heaven gained a good one. RIP
Gary Taylor
Saturday, April 29, 2023
It was a shock to see Cliff had passed away...Cliff was a great person and helped many people in his business. He will sorely be missed, Prayers for Cliff's family with God's blessing.IM sure the angels sang Cliff to heaven ,
Paul Lassiter
Saturday, April 29, 2023
No words can express the lost of a friend like Cliff I can only say that he will be missed by all who knew him it was a real privilege to know such a good man prays for all the family
Delbert Pipkin
Saturday, April 29, 2023
Prayers for your family
I have counted Cliff a friend and mentor
For many years.
You will be missed my friend
Phil Dunavan
Friday, April 28, 2023
Chad, I'm so sorry for your loss. He will be sorely missed. I always coming is the store and chatting with him. He was so kind to me. I especially enjoyed the time I rode with him to Memphis to pick up some parts. You and your family have my condolences.
Tammy L Buckwalter
Friday, April 28, 2023
You were always polite and sweet everytime we interacted. You will be missed by many. Much respect sir. Praying for your family.
Russell Schuh
Friday, April 28, 2023
My Deepest Condolences and Heartfelt Prayers go out to the Family. I've known Cliff for over 30 years and Men of His Caliber are Hard to come by. This Old World will be a Dimmer place without his smile...
Russell Schuh
Friday, April 28, 2023
My Deepest Condolences and Heartfelt Prayers go out to the Family. I've known Cliff for over 30 years and Men of His Caliber are Hard to come by. This Old World will be a Dimmer place without his smile...
linda clem
Friday, April 28, 2023
he was a wondeful person
Amanda King&Family
Friday, April 28, 2023
Chad and the rest of the family. We are praying for y’all. Our praying for y’all is that The Lord will give you peace and comfort in the days to come. Mr. Cliff was a great man and will be missed.
Becky Doyle
Friday, April 28, 2023
Dentie and I have shared a grandson with Pam and Cliff for quite a few years now. He is a fine example of a man practicing what he believes . A finer man would be hard to find. He will be missed by many especially the loved ones he cherished. May God comfort and support all of you at this difficult time. We love you!
Gary Harlow
Friday, April 28, 2023
So very sorry to see this. He was a friend to many and myself. Prayers to all of the family.
Amy Sisson (Payne)
Friday, April 28, 2023
Cliff and family, we are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Daddy. My Daddy thought a lot of Cliff and he will miss him terribly. Please know that you & your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
David and Amy Sisson
Steve and Charlotte Wicks
Friday, April 28, 2023
Cliff was so helpful in many ways. He will be truly missed in our community. Our sincere condolences and prayers are with the entire Southern family.
Steve Stevens
Friday, April 28, 2023
Cliff was the finest man I've ever known and will be missed by all his friends. My prayers are with his family while dealing with their great loss.....
William and Debra Smith
Friday, April 28, 2023
Sorry for your loss. Cliff will be missed for sure. R.I.P. until we see you again.
SHERRY L FINCHER
Friday, April 28, 2023
Allen & I are deeply sorry for your families loss.. Prayers for comfort in your healing and to find the strength to carry on.
John Antonetti
Friday, April 28, 2023
Cliff was more than just a merchant, he was a friend to all he dealt with and personifies what it means to be a follower of Christ. Our prayers are with his family and know we are better for having known him.