Clifford Mckinley Rollins

Obituary Clifford McKinley Rollins was born on November 25, 1930 to Mary (Word) and Charles Rollins, as the youngest of 4 sons. Robert (who passed November 2010), William and Charles. Both parents preceded him in death early in his life. Cliff, as he was called, was raised in Kirkwood, MO. He attended Douglass High School in Webster Groves, MO, graduating in 1949. Cliff joined the U.S. Air Force after graduation and on November 25, 1935, while still serving in the USAF, Cliff married Esther McMillian. To this union 3 children were born, Steven Russell, Karen Jean and Dianne Marie. After serving with the USAF, Cliff worked for the U.S. Postal Service in downtown St. Louis. During his many years with the post office he met and married the late Agatha Howard, becoming a father to her 3 children, Kevin, Rhonda and Darren (who passed in 2004). After retiring from the post office in 1986 and later in life, Cliff wed Alice (Stanford) and became a step- father to her children, Donald, Calvin, Glenn, and Rob. Cliff joined New Covenant Full Gospel Church under the leadership of Reverend Roy McGown. He was a dedicated deacon and a faithful servant until his health failed. Cliff departed this life on Sunday, March 1, 2015. He will be missed. He leaves to cherish his memory: his devoted wife, Alice; 2 brothers, William and Charles; 2 sisters-in-law, 1 brother-in-law, 1 son, 2 daughters, 5 stepsons, 14 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, friends and acquaintances. To My Husband Through tears I saw you sinking, and watched you fade away. My heart was almost broken, you fought so hard to stay, but when I saw you sleeping, so peacefully free from pain, I could not wish you back again, to suffer that again. -Your Loving Wife, Alice A Daughter's Heart .....your love was unconditional...your heart was full...your generosity unending. Thank you... For being "dad" for Kevin, Darren, and me (Rhonda) For laugh for taking us to practice (softball, volley ball, and SLARC (St. Louis Association for Retarded Citizens) activities like swimming and Camp Don Bosco, boy and girl scout acitivies 4/9th's Social Club events, and outings at Sunnen Lake. Our last Holiday outing, July 4, 2014 at our house was enjoyed by family and friends alike. Dad en- joyed himself immensely! Delicious food, much laughter ensued, memories were shared by many family and friends young and old alike. "Pappa Cliff" enjoyed seeing Alexander play base- ball in Webster Groves, Alex played like a pro in the outfield. Over the Christmas Holiday, Austin, Agatha, and Alexander had a great visit with Pappa Cliff. We have and will always enjoy the photo taken with him. We love you, and will never forget the love you had for us! Paul and Rhonda Wortham Austin, Agatha and Alexander A Daughter's Heart "CM" was my "Superman"! My hero, my knight in shining armour. Thank you LORD for allowing him to be My DADDY! In my father's house are many mansions: if it was not so, I would have told you. I go to prepare a place for you. And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again, and will receive you unto myself; that where I am, there you may be also. Love You Daddy Dianne Marie A Daughter's Heart My father was ophaned by age 2, so family was important to him in a special way. His kindness and tenderness, his concern touched my life in so may ways. My first memory of him is the day we brought my little sister home... "The Sound of Music at the Loew's, cutting grass at the Thornhills in the mist of their turkeys, just the two of us. My father's children played a vital role in life. We knew his sorrows. We were on some dates with him, he was always making sure we knew we belonged and were loved. We shared his happiness and life, To his devoted wife, I appreciate you and your love for his sickness. To our uncles, you probably knew him best having known him the longest. To Robert Houston, you are a faithful friend, always encouraging. My mother and I were there when my father was baptized by Rev. Fiddmont at Mt. Zion Mission- iary Baptist Church in Richmond Heights, MO. His brother teased, that dad wanted to be a preached. He went with us to church in our youth, and later in life, we came to share the same faith. His desire was to go to church. So I say to you all what I believe are the sentiments of my father. Isaiah 55:6-13. Seek the Lord while he may be found, call upon him while he is near: He loved us, and we all loved him. He will be greatly missed -Karen Rollins Interment: Friday, March 6, 2015 J.B. National Cemetery 2900 Sheridan St. Louis, MO 63126 .