Clara Belle Radford

Survived by sister Bernice A. Watson, Houston, Texas.

Preceded in death by Willis E. Lilly Jr. (Sonny Boy), Johnnie M. Gaston (Cotton) Eunice Lilly.

Clara graduated class valedictorian at London High School in Overton, Texas.

Clara accepted Christ as her personal savior at an early age as member of Harmony Pirtle Baptist Church in Overton, Texas. After moving to Tucson, Arizona she placed her membership with Grace Temple Missionary Baptist Church under the leadership of the late Reverend James E. Milton.

Clara (Aunt Toad) had a very vibrant personality and met no strangers. She had many talents. Clara was an exceptional cook and seamstress. She was a very creative and an excellent fisherwoman. There was not a catfish safe from her hook! Clara’s love for her family was endless.

She leaves to cherish her memory, daughters Carolyn S. Turner (Gary Cole), of Las Vegas, Nevada. Helen L. Turner, Cheryl A. Radford, Patricia G. Radford and Eleanor Radford of Tucson, Az. Sons Wendell E. Radford and Shawn E. Radford (Cassandra) of Tucson, Az. Grandchildren Lisa, Tamora, Reagan, Devonn, Derrek, Anthony, Kelley, Robin, Keith, Jasmine, Kenya, DeAundre, Terius, Ayzah, Niyah and Simone. Nineteen great grandchildren, two great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, family and friends.