Obituary of Clifford Summers

Of Kitchener, passed away unexpectedly, at home, on Saturday, August 6, 2011 at the age of 80 years. Kip will remain in our hearts as a man who loved, cherished and protected his family and beloved friends. He was always happy to work with others and took an active interest in his community and his university friends. Kip, son of the late Violet and Arthur Summers and brother of the late Lillian Summers, is survived by his loving wife Audrey of 55 years and his two daughters, Linda and Joanne. He will be missed by his family and many friends. Born in Belleville, Kip served in The Royal Canadian Navy for 6 years. He was a graduate of Queens University in Commerce and was President of the AMS. Kip was employed with Lever Bros. then B.F. Goodrich for many years, and served as president of the Granite Club. He enjoyed the cottage, travelling, curling and spending time with his family and friends. Friends are invited to share their memories of Kip with his family during visitation at the Erb & Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo on Wednesday, August 10, 2011 from 6-9 p.m. The service to celebrate Kip's life will be held in the chapel of the funeral home on Thursday, August 11 at 1:00 pm. A reception will follow in the Fireside Reception Room of the funeral home. Cremation will have taken place and a private family interment will follow at a later date. If friends so desire, messages of condolence for the family and donations to Grand River Regional Cancer Centre or a charity of one's choice may be arranged through the Erb and Good Family Funeral Home, 171 King St. S., Waterloo, at www.erbgood.com or 519-745-8445.