It is only now that I found out, by chance, that Clifford has passed away. I am in total and utter disbelief, and completely saddened by his death. In the early 80s he was part of my daily life in Amsterdam. Although we had our tiffs, it is safe to say we shared the same wacky sense of humor. He was as intelligent as he was sensitive. I always hoped that at one point I could apologize to him for not being there for him more often and in a more profound way. I always cherish the moments I bumped in to him on the streets of Amsterdam later, there always was a sense of understanding.
Jonette, Clifford didn't deserve this, and you didn't deserve this. I know you are a very spiritual being, and I hope that you will find comfort in that. You have been through so much already, it's relentless. And now this on top of all that. Although we haven't spoken in a very long time, I want you to know that I think of you and that I wish you peace.

Lighting a candle remembering his birth, the light he gave to all those he came in contact with during his lifetime, the love he generously gave to friends and family - may he and his talents not be forgotten.

Clifford's death came as a huge shock. Terrible to lose such a talented young person. I'm so glad I looked him up when I visited Miami, and grateful for the time we spent together. He was a good, and kind person.

Jonette
Ik kende Clifford ook niet, maar je sprak vaak over hem en als hij je teruggebeld had of teruggemaild was je zo ontzettend blij.
Nu hij gestorven is is dat een heel groot gemis voor jou en zijn vrienden, Voor jou weet ik dat hij nu een ster aan de hemel is, die samen met zijn vader over jou waakt

Jonette, I'm sorry I never met Clifford. You had spoken so highly of him and he seemed to have inherited your sensitivities and articulateness. For someone with his talents, this world may have been too hard for his kindness and generousity. May he finally rest in peace.

Cliff was a troubled soul for many of the past years, so although I am heartbroken that he is gone, I am certain he is released from all his torment. I truly believe he is in a better place now. People have consistently remarked what a remarkably good person he was, and that even during his darkest times, he remained a good person. We were very close and I can feel his spirit is at peace.