Clifford Marler

May 23, 1937 ~ September 5, 2020
Clifford Marler
83, of Goddard, died September 5, 2020. He was born May 23, 1937 in Tanneyville, Missouri and truly loved the Ozarks. He was married to Marilyn Marler (Penning) for 60 blessed years. Together they share four children Douglas, Michael, Carolyn and Sharolyn. Their family expanded to 13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren.
Cliff served in the Air Force and spent four years overseas during the Vietnam War. He received an honorable discharge, and after returning home he was soon back to working in the aerospace field which was his true passion. He retired to Eagle Rock, MO after 30+ years at Boeing and Learjet. One of his proudest achievements was working on Air Force One, and being one of the few who took part on the first test flights.
Cliff was a loving husband, devoted father, adoring Gpa and friend to many. He is preceded in death by granddaughter Holly Ann Marler. In lieu of flowers, please send a donation in his name to the Disabled American Veterans or the Alzheimer’s Association. Services will be Saturday September 12, 2020 at 10:00 AM at Resurrection Cemetery 1640 N. Maize Rd. Wichita, KS 67212. Downing & Lahey Mortuary West.
Sharolyn, we send you thoughts of peace and courage during this difficult time. With heartfelt condolences,
My deepest condolences and sincere sympathy go out to your entire family. Cliff was such a joyful, fun spirit. I’ll never forget his smile and laugh as he told jokes and poked fun in order to lift everyone’s spirit. He was truly alive and I enjoyed our family time together. I can’t imagine the incredible loss you are all feeling and I know he will be greatly missed. His memory lives on and his spirit is never far away. God bless all of you.
Rest Clifford, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God. Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Air Force, Vietnam.
My deepest condolences and sincere sympathy going out to my cousins and Aunt. Uncle Cliff was so kind to me. I had just found out that he had past away and my heart breaks for you. Such an amazing person. God Bless.