Ms Edith Marie Clifton Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Edith Marie Clifton of Menard went to her heavenly home, Saturday, October 17, 2020 at the age of 73. She was born March 23, 1947 to Alvin Bill and Ira Lee (Crisp) Estep. Edie spent most of her life as a homemaker and enjoyed raising her children. Among some of the jobs she did hold, nursing was her heart. She was a natural caregiver and an adoring grandmother. She loved to bowl and was in several championship tournament, she also loved bingo and enjoyed going to the casinos. Her smile was infectious, and her hug made you feel all was well. On the other hand, she had her strong opinions and quick to tell you what she thought. Edie never met a stranger and welcomed everyone into her family. She showed amazing strength and courage battling cancer for the last 5 years. Survivors include: two sons, Shannon Catron and fiancé’ Geri of Burnet, Texas, and Craig Catron and wife, Carrie of Dillon, Montana. two daughters, Gay Lynn Simmons and husband James of Menard, Texas, and Colonel Renee Cole and husband Bob of San Antonio, Texas, four granddaughters, Amy, Dessie, Addy & Megan. four grandsons, Mathis, Dally, Laramie, and James Kristopher. Edie adored her two sisters: Linda Stidham and husband Roger of Brady, Texas, and Sharon Hill and husband Harry of Menard, Texas. She also leaves behind to cherish her memory: Niece Tricia Perryman and husband Ray of Springtown, Texas, and nephews Chad Childers of Brady, Texas, and Joshua Hill and wife Mychelle of San Angelo, Texas, Sarah and husband Nathanial Hernandez, and Veronica and husband Brian Foster, Uncle Gene Crisp, Menard, numerous cousins and several great nieces and nephews. Most important to her was the love of her life, her beloved companion and caregiver, Jack Catron. Edie was preceded in death by her parents, two sisters Leona Harris, and Martha Ann Long. A Memorial service will be held at the Menard Cowboy Church Saturday, November 7, 2020 at 10:30 AM.

Ms Edith Marie Clifton

March 23, 1947 - October 17, 2020