Clifford Downs III Obituary
The memory of Clifford Downs III (Brentwood, Tennessee), who passed away on April 24, 2026 at the age of 72, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Melvin Clifford Downs Jr. and Jacqueline Moore Downs. He is survived by: his wife Leslie Goodwin Downs; his children, Whitney Hermandorfer (Greg) of Nashville, Julianne Colbert (Luke) of Brentwood, Hayley, Hannah, Harper Hermandorfer, Lukas and Collins "Coco" Colbert; his siblings, Jan Prescott (Robert), Dale Thompson (Don) and John "Brad" Downs; his siblings-in-law, Laurie Patton-Smith (Blain) and Paul Goodwin; his nephews, Trevor Patton and Trey Prescott; and his niece Shelley Greer.
The family request in lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum (https://www.musicianshalloffame.com) or PR Ministries.
