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Clifford's obituary

Cliff Young went home to Jesus on February 19, 2022 at age 47.  Clifford was born to Robert and Dorothy Young on November 24, 1974 . 

As a child, Cliff enjoyed playing the piano, going to church and spending time with his siblings. Clifford  went on to attend college where he met his future wife, Kelly. They married and raised 4 children in Portland, Maine.  He spent many years in Maine, however returned to Milwaukie, Oregon following his divorce.  

Years after returning to Oregon, Cliff met his girlfriend, Jill, at a coffee shop they both frequented. Cliff and Jill shared a special love together. They enjoyed spending time with each and their church family.   Jill was always at Cliff’s side. When he became ill Jill was his constant support person who surrounded him with love and prayers.

In addition to being a dedicated and loving father, brother, and friend Cliff had a passion for music, especially the piano. Cliff found joy in sharing his love of music with the many students he provided piano lessons to. Cliff’s talent on the keys was a true blessing and gift from God. 

Throughout his entire life, he held an unwavering faith in God, which he shared with those who surrounded him.

 Cliff is survived by his four children, parents, and siblings Rob, Tim and Jon Young and sister Crystal Young.

Cliff is in heaven with our Lord, creating beautiful music in heaven. To know him was to love him.  He will be forever loved and missed.

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Cliff was my first piano teacher ever, and even as a child, he instilled in me a great passion for playing and for musi…
Cliff was my first piano teacher ever, and even as a child, he instilled in me a great passion for …
Cliff was my first piano teacher ever, and even as a child, he i…
I was so sorry to hear of Cliff’s passing. Our paths crossed so many times from elementary school music teach, our daug…
I was so sorry to hear of Cliff’s passing. Our paths crossed so many times from elementary school m…
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