Clifford Nelson Arnett

Jan. 3, 1944 - Aug. 12, 2009

Clifford Arnett, our beloved husband, father, brother and friend, passed away Aug. 12, 2009 after a two-year battle with leukemia. He was surrounded by family who loved him dearly and is now in Heaven where he feels no hurt and no more pain.

Clifford, known by many as "Double-Clutch," was born in Patterson, Calif. After serving in the Navy he eventually settled in Salida, Calif., and recently retired after being self-employed in real estate management.

He is survived by his wife of 22 years, Patti Arnett; daughters Staci and Sandi; son Wesley Nelson; grandchildren Connor, Benjamin and Emily; brothers Charles, Junior, Stanley Jr., Kenneth, Jerry and Don; and sisters Dorthy, Geraldine and LouAnne.

He was preceded in death by his parents Stanley and Fennie, brother Wayne and sister Pauline.

A visitation and chapel service were held Sunday, Aug. 16 at Lakewood Funeral Home, Hughson, Calif.