Jack Warren Clifford, age 78 of Independence, Missouri formerly of Forest Lake, Minnesota passed away March 27, 2008. Jack served in the US Navy 1951-1955, and retired in 1990 after 25 years of employment with the Minneapolis Public Schools. Preceded in death his former lovely wife of 50 years, Janet Clifford; brother Arthur P. Clifford; parents Arthur A. and Gladys Clifford. He is survived by his beloved wife and college sweetheart, Betty Clifford; sons David (Evelyn), John (Dawn); step daughter Sally (Brad); grandchildren Matthew (Laura), Ruth, Jason (Danielle), Justina, Erin. Funeral service 11 AM, Wednesday, 4/2/08 at Immanuel Church of Forest Lake, 9511 W. Broadway. Visitation 5-8 PM, Tuesday, 4/1/08 at Mattson Funeral Home, 343 North Shore Drive, Forest Lake and one hour prior to funeral on Wednesday. Interment at Acacia Park Cemetery, Mendota Heights. In lieu of flowers memorials preferred.