John Thomas "Tom" Clifton

Mr. John Thomas “Tom” Clifton, 68, of Gladewater, passed away on Monday, April 6, 2020 at his home in Gladewater. Tom was born in Greenville, Texas on November 27, 1951 to the late William Howard Clifton and Edith Roberta “Rose” Stewart Clifton. He was a 1969 Graduate of Gladewater High School and continued his education at the University of North Texas where he earned a Business Degree. Known by his friends and family as “Sweetwater”; Tom lived life to the fullest. He never met a stranger and had many lifelong friends. Tom worked for many years as a buyer in the Apparel Industry which allowed him to travel and live all over the United States. He was an avid athlete and was a huge sports fan; especially the University of Arkansas Razorbacks. Tom will not soon be forgotten by the family and friends he leaves behind.

Tom is survived by his two sons Patrick Clifton and wife Jodeci and Brackston Nutt and wife Katie; two brothers Ted Clifton and wife Jan and Todd Clifton and wife Neta; special friend Ann Pace; three grandchildren Carter Clifton, Aria Clifton and Everett Nutt as well as many other loving family and friends.

He is preceded in death by his parents Howard and Rose Clifton and his sister Sue Clifton Moore.

Memorials can be made to the Education Foundation of Gladewater at P.O. Box 1387, Gladewater, TX 75647 or charity of choice.

Cremation arrangements are under the direction of Croley Funeral Home. Due to the national health crisis, the family will schedule a Celebration of Life service at a later date. Online memorials and condolences can be made at www.croleyfh.net.