Clifton "Cliff" Dexter McElveen

October 28, 1940 - May 19, 2025 (84 years old)

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Clifton "Cliff" Dexter McElveen

October 28, 1940 - May 19, 2025 (84 years old)

Matthews, North Carolina

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Clifton Dexter McElveen Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-05-31T17:00:00
End: 2025-05-31T18:00:00
Location: Chapel of Matthews Glen

The memory of Clifton Dexter McElveen of Matthews, North Carolina, who passed away on May 19, 2025 at the age of 84, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Clifton Dexter McElveen to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Manning A. McElveen and Fannie Prosser McElveen; and his siblings, Rea, Hubert and Winston.

He is survived by: his wife Linda; his children, Bruce (Cyndy) and Sheri Cannon (Robbie); his grandchildren, Caroline Brewer (Kevin), Creighton McElveen (Margaret Ann), Jackson Cannon (Cameron), Owen Cannon (Elisabeth) and Noah Cannon; his great grandchildren, Adelaide, Abigail, Audrey Brewer and Graham McElveen; his brother Linwood McElveen (Mary); and his nieces, Jeanette Clarke, Wanda Barnes and Fran Gray.

In lieu of flowers, those wishing to make memorials may do so to : Saint Hilda's Anglican Church c\o The Saint Paul Mission Society, PO Box 5223, Athens, GA 30604 USA, Or: http://www.sthildasatl.com.

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May 26, 2025

Jody Flowers wrote a sympathy message

“Dear Mrs Linda and family, Michelle and I — along with the Chapin Christian Community Church family — send our deepest sympathies and love. Our hearts are broken for you. 🙏💔🙏 Mr Cliff taught me so much … about loving my wife and family, about leadership, about following Jesus. Every time I was around him I was inspired to be better in every way, and I am forever grateful. Love you Mrs Linda! -Jody & Michelle Flowers, Chapin, SC”

May 25, 2025

Paul Allen wrote a sympathy message

“So very sorry for the passing of Cliff. Awesome Christian man, husband, father and friend. Blessed to be his brother in Christ and friend. He was outstanding example in each of his roles. Am blessed for my times together. Sad for his passing but glad for where he is and who he is with.”

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Chapel of Matthews Glen
733 Pavilion View Dr, Matthews, NC 28105

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