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Racine, WI. – Deacon Clift Scales, age 81 transitioned on Sunday December 5, 2021. He was born in New Albany, Mississippi, the youngest son of 13 children of the late Dan Sr. and Mary Magdalene Scales (nee: Brooks). Clift left Mississippi in 1955 and relocated in Chicago, IL and later in Racine WI with dreams of a more prosperous life. Clift received his formal education in the New Albany MS school system. Clift worked several years at Sivyer Steel/ Belle City before retiring due a work related injury.
Clift professed Christ at an early age, was true to his faith. He was a devoted Deacon for many years at New Beginnings of Faith Church under the spiritual leadership of the Pastor Rev. Prentiss Robbins Jr. until his health failed him and he was no longer able to serve.
Clift always had a big smile and a jovial laugh. He leaves to cherish his most fond memories to his beloved daughter Heidi of Racine, WI. Two precious sisters Mary Ann Taylor, of Racine, WI; Lillie of Dallas, Texas, and his sister in law Willie Mae (Shevel) Scales of Racine, WI. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews, grand nieces and nephews and a host of family and friends too numerous to count, not to be forgotten his special nephew, Shevell and long-time friend James Barker.
In addition to his parents, Clift was preceded in death by 6 sisters, Luezella, Hattie (Celois) Vaughn, Mattie Lee (James) Blake, Samella Black, Ada, Sister and 4 brothers, Dan “Buddy” Jr (Mary), Willie Lee, Shevel, and Bennie.
A Celebration of Clift’s Life will be held on Friday, December 17, 2021 5:00pm in the chapel of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Rd., Racine, WI. Visitation will be in the chapel 4:00pm – 5:00pm.
Masks must be worn at all times while in the funeral home.
Avis Gamble and family says
Uncle Cliff, may you rest in Peace and no more suffering. You will be missed but we know you are in good hands now.
Perry-Brye family says
May you rest in peace Uncle and prayers of comfort and strength for Heidi during this time of great loss.
Lillian Boykin and family says
My deepest condolences to the family my prayers are with you all.
Toshya Manning says
Prayers to the family of Deacon Scales whom I called my Superman! Thanks so much for the words of encouragement, Bible talk, but most of all the laughs!
Thanks for always lending a hand when needed. We all looked forward to the cabbage and cornbread when you made it!
Vivian Scales and family says
I’m going to miss you Uncle Cliff. Especially your laugh. You always made me laugh just by hearing your laugh. You were always a giving person and you gave from the heart. Whenever I visited or called you, we somehow got a chance to discuss the Bible and life.Rest now in peace and love.
Twyla and family says
Rest in Heaven Uncle Cliff, your laugh was contagious and your heart was pure. I was blessed to be your niece. You will be greatly missed. Love you always…..
Anonymous says
RIP Cliff a long Family friend…from Rob Kleczka….