Obituaries

Clifton Keith Briley, 75, of Perrysburg, passed away Tuesday, December 5, 2023 surrounded by family at Hospice of Northwest Ohio in Toledo. Cliff was born February 12, 1948 in Akron, Ohio to Herbert and Madeline (Stalnaker) Briley. He proudly served our country in the United States Army. Cliff married Debra Irving on October 6, 1990, sharing 33 years together.

Cliff worked as clerk for the Norfolk Southern Railroad for 30 years, retiring in 2008. He was an avid golfer and Ohio State fan. He enjoyed spending time with his family and friends and was well known for grilling the best steaks. Cliff loved all animals, especially his dogs. You would often find him outside feeding the birds, squirrels, and chipmunks. He read the BIBLE daily and could repeat any scripture or psalm. Cliff will be remembered for his sweet, kind soul and his laid-back personality.

Cliff is survived by his wife, Debra; daughters, Dina Marie (Briley) Harrison, Tracy (Lee) Miller and Tonya (Mark) Robinson; grandchildren, Andrew, Sam, Madeline, Luke, Zach, Jacob R., Michael and Jacob Z; great-granddaughter, Kinsley; brother-in-law, Bill (Deb) Irving and sister-in-law, Teresa (Todd) Krishan; aunt and uncle (best friends), Sandy and Denny Kramer. He was preceded in death by his parents.

Services for Cliff will be private. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Witzler-Shank-Walker Funeral Home, 222 E. South Boundary Street, Perrysburg (419-874-3133). Memorial donations may be made to Hospice of Northwest Ohio. Condolences may be made online to the family at www.walkerfuneralhomes.com.