Clifford Hilton Tift

Clifford Hilton Tift, of Sebring, Florida, passed away on November 6, 2026, at the age of 87. He was born on September 1, 1939, in Miami, Florida.

Mr. Tift lived a life marked by dedication to both work and family. He served as a postman for 35 years, a career that reflected steady commitment and faithful service to his community. Beyond his work, he found enjoyment in reading and had a deep love for history, cars, and real estate. Among the accomplishments that meant the most to him, family stood above all else.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Lenora Ann Tift, and by his parents, Raymond Tift and Gladys Tift.

Clifford leaves behind a loving family who will carry his memory forward with gratitude and affection. He is survived by his daughters, Carol Anderson and her husband Stephen, Barbara Tift, Susan Sardo, Patty Hornsby, and Debbie Walker and her husband Robert. He is also survived by his grandchildren, Jennifer Thomas, Christopher Walker, Kelly Creviston, Caroline Cronin, Ryan Anderson, Lindsey Leto, Eric Anderson, and Joey Sardo. His legacy continues through his great-grandchildren, Reza Adili, Brantley Thomas, Jace Thomas, Jackson Leto, Lenora Walker, Ellie Leto, and Josiah Creviston. The love he gave to his family remains one of the clearest reflections of his life and will continue to be felt for generations.

A graveside service will be held on November 14, 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Lakeview Memorial Gardens, 854 Memorial Drive, Avon Park, Florida 33825.

Clifford Hilton Tift will be remembered with love, respect, and appreciation for a life devoted to family, hard work, and the simple interests that brought him joy.