ODE TO CLIFF GULLEY

How fortunate were those who knew you,
And how privileged were those to call you friend;
For theirs’ was the sweetness of your welcome,
The joy and friendliness of your nature,
And always your kind and gentle manner.

You were blessed with many gifts and talents;
But you did not boast, or indulge in self delight.
You were a learned man, and skilled in all you did.
You were a family man, a farmer and an organist,
As well as a carpenter, a bridge builder and a soldier. 

You valued and respected all things, and worked hard;
But you did not struggle or toil,
For your work was your passion,
And your home your paradise.

And when faced with adversity, you were steadfast
With inner strength and conviction;
And in faith, you left all else in the hands of your God,
Who nurtured you and protected you.

And now, like the stream that does not flow,
Like the well gone dry,
Your body ached and your heart tired.
You have left us, oh good and faithful servant, 
To rest in that eternal paradise, 
Where neither time nor space will matter.

But, you will remain always in our hearts, 
And will be forever remembered
As a caring neighbour, a cherished friend, someone special,
Blessed with that spirit of kindness and good will,
And a model of goodness, for us to forever follow.

Such was the Cliff Gulley we grew to know and love,
And will dearly miss.

 John Diluzio                March 14, 2011

Dear Don and Family, 
So sorry for your loss. Thinking of you today.
Anna, John, Deanne and Erica
(Barrie, Ontario)

Dear Donna:  I was sorry to read about your father's passing.  You and your family have my deepest condolences.

Dear Donna and Gulley Family,
We were so sorry to hear about your Dad`s passing. We are unable to be there in person as we are in Florida. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love Donna & Carl Sachetti

Dear Don and Donna:  Our condolences over the loss of your father.  May you find comfort in knowing that he is only a thought away.  May God comfort and grant you strength during this difficult time.  Phyllis and Catherine LeClair

Dear Donna,
We are sorry for your loss.  Our thoughts are with you and your family at this time.

Dear Donna and Family:
I was very sorry to read the obituary in the Sault Star. It was actually upsetting. I will always "see" your dad walking down the A-Line in my memory. I sincerely hope he hadn't been terribly ill and that he quietly and contentedly passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Dear Don, Donna & family,
I am sorry to hear of the loss of your dad. My sincerest condolences. I regret I am unable to attend the family service as I am in Florida.

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Cliff Gulley

March 9, 1917 – March 10, 2011

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