Clifton Todd Joiner

A gift from YeHoVaH Elohim (God) and the love of my life, my husband Cliff, fell asleep in Yeshua our Messiah (Jesus Christ) on Monday, September 26, 2022 at our home in Port Charlotte at the age of 55 years old.

1 Thessalonians 4

13 But I would not have you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning them which are asleep, that ye sorrow not, even as others which have no hope.

14 For if we believe that Yeshua died and rose again, even so them also which sleep in Yeshua will YeHoVaH bring with him.

15 For this we say unto you by the word of YeHoVaH, that we which are alive and remain unto the coming of Yeshua the Lord shall not prevent them which are asleep.

16 For Yeshua the Lord himself shall descend from heaven with a shout, with the voice of the archangel, and with the shofar (trumpet) of YeHoVaH: and the dead in Yeshua shall rise first:

17 Then we which are alive and remain shall be caught up together with them in the clouds, to meet Yeshua the Lord in the air: and so shall we ever be with the Lord.

18 Wherefore comfort one another with these words.

Cliff was born in Sarasota, FL. His family moved to Charlotte County when Cliff was 2 years old. Cliff and I, Connie, were joined in marriage on March 21, 2009 in Punta Gorda, FL. Cliff was preceded in death by his father John Joiner, survived by his two children Brittany Joiner and Jonathan Joiner, his mother Pat Joiner, his siblings Cindy Lowe, John Joiner, Scott Joiner; many relatives, a loving extended Colombian family and friends.

Cliff earned a Bachelor's degree of Science in Risk Management and Insurance from Florida State University and spent more than 30 years as an insurance consultant. He educated people about how to choose the best coverage for specific needs. His dedication and integrity as a business professional won him accolades from his many clients who loved and appreciated him. Clients often said, "Cliff always knows what to do". Cliff was a very good athlete. He played Little League Baseball, Pop Warner - Football, Wrestling, Offensive Guard and Linebacker in High School and College Football. He was very dedicated to the gym.

Cliff's real passion, however, was for his first love, YeHoVaH. He loved the Word of Elohim from the front to the back of the book (the Bible), studying, applying and teaching YeHoVaH's instructions, always saying to all of us, "listen and obey". He served in Children's Ministries for many years; and Cliff traveled to other countries for missionary trips.

He was quick-witted, determined and had a sweet and generous spirit. Cliff always had respect for others and their privacy. In Spanish I called him "Mi Chiquilin" (My Little One), he was a warrior and a Godly man leading me in love.

It has been an honor and privilege to love, serve and respect my husband now and forever. I ask YeHoVaH to speak to Cliff and let him know how much I love and miss him and to please share my heart with him if possible.

The legacy Cliff leaves behind is one of fellowship with YeHoVaH and to follow after His heart as Yeshua does.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.kayspongerpg.com for the Joiner family.