Stanford L. “Stan” Cluff
October 4, 1945 - June 5, 2025
Stanford L. “Stan” Cluff of Middletown, DE, was called home to The Lord on Thursday, June 5, 2025, at the Christiana Hospital in Newark, DE. Stan was born October 4, 1945 in Federalsburg, MD, the seventh child of the late Bessie C. and Stanford S. Cluff.
Stan graduated from Lockerman High School in Denton, MD in 1964. After graduation, Stan enlisted into the U.S. Army. After serving his country, he worked various jobs near his home, but knew in his heart he was destined for success. Stan moved to Delaware and began working for Diamond Shamrock/Oxy Chemical for 30+ years. After his hard work and dedication, Stan decided to retire and began enjoying life.
Stan met and married his true love, Carol D. Cluff in 1970. They spent 55 wonderful years together. They enjoyed traveling, cruising, family gatherings and conversing with family and friends. Stan enjoyed visiting The Family Farm in Federalsburg, MD. He loved fast cars, race cars, tinkering with small engines, hunting, motorcycle riding, and researching. He was a true die-hard Redskins (Commanders) and Baltimore Orioles fan. He often said if you’re a true fan, you will be there in good times and bad times. So, no matter whether his teams won or lost, he still supported them. He always enjoyed taking on projects in his home and would never leave a project unfinished. Stan would help anyone who needed assistance without hesitation. No matter the size of the project was too big or too small.
Stan was easy going, patient, a good listener, with a wealth of knowledge and loved by all. Everyone that knew him loved him and can share a story about how he influenced or encouraged them to become better. Stan supported his family and found beauty in everyone.
In love, he leaves cherishing his memories, his wife, Carol of 55 years; 4 children, Demetrius Joyner, Quenna Neal (James), Christopher Joyner (Faith), and Elizabeth Cluff-Watson (Irvin); grandchildren, Brian, Trina, Kevin, Aisha, Michael, Demetria, Demetrie, Christine, Crystal, and Savannah; twelve great-grandchildren; sisters, Bessie Cluff of Federalsburg, MD, Gladys Cluff-Cunningham of Oakdale, CA; sisters-in-law, Ann Lee of Southport, NC and Victoria Cluff of Trappe, MD; and brothers-in-law, Marcus Moore (Connie) and Donnie Joyner (Terri). Stan will forever be loved and missed.
In addition to his parents, Stan is preceded in death by his siblings, Sally, Sarah, Robert, James, Charles, William and Warner Cluff and granddaughter, Janeal.
A viewing for family and friends will be held from 12 pm until 2 pm on Sunday, June 15, 2025, at Spicer-Mullikin Funeral Home, 275 East Main Street, Middletown, DE. Following the viewing, a celebration of life will be held from 2 pm until 5 pm, at Delaware City Fire Company, 815 5th Street, Delaware City, DE 19706. A committal service will begin at 1 pm on Friday, June 27, 2025, in the chapel of Delaware Veterans Memorial Cemetery, 2465 Chesapeake City Road, Bear, DE.
EILEEN WHITE
SENDING MY PRAYERS AND CONDOLENCES TO THE WHOLE FAMILY. REST IN HEAVEN MR.STAN.
Michael Ray
My prayers and condolences to Stan’s family and friends, Stan was my friend plus we also worked together for many years he will be missed
Lindsey Donovan
Condolences to all of Stan’s family had many good times with him at work and got to see him and Carol at their home They were a Blessed family Stan will bey prayers forever and so will all his family.
Crystal Godfrey
Our heartfelt condolences to Dr. Cluff and family on the loss of your father. Please know that we are here for you. With love, Crystal Godfrey and family.
Michele Sirigos
My deepest condolences Carol and family. I will fondly remember what a wonderful person Stan was. Always full of knowledge and helpful to my husband and I. And to Carol, Chris and I are just a few steps away and here for you always. Sending our love and prayers. With love, Michele and Chris
Darren Carter
Our heart felt sympathies and prayers go out to the Cluff family. May god bless the family during their time of sorrow. Stan will truly be missed.
Darren and Karen Carter
Ava Carter
Family, my condolences to each of you. Remember God’s words of comfort to us,
“He will wipe every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or sorrow or crying or pain. All these things are gone forever.”
Revelations 21:4
Tamera
To my dear friend Elizabeth, heartfelt sympathy and deepest condolences to you on the passing of your Dad. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Mom Carol, Quenna, Chris, and your entire family during your time of bereavement. May you all find comfort, strength, and peace in the precious memories you share.
Franchon Roberts
Sending love and condolences.
Trina
May you rest easy. Prayers go out to the family🙏🏽
Pat Eafford
Queena, you have my deepest condolences during this incredibly difficult time. I remember Mr. Stan as a kind, gentle soul—quiet in nature, but with a bright and warm smile. May you find comfort in the memories you shared and strength in knowing that to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. I’m praying for peace and strength for you and your family as you walk through this season of grief.
Ron Stephon
You are off to meet our father the Lord, you are now free of your earthly bounds. May you dwell in his kingdom. Condolences and prayers to the family.
Yvonne Cannon-willis
My condolences to you and your family
Thomas Stonebraker
Stan was fun to work with. Rest in peace brother.
Flora Smith-Carter
Sending my prayers and condolences to the entire family.
Fran Pailen-Watkins
Condolences to Cluff family. Praying for your comfort.
Leonard Moore Jr
Love you unc. You are the best.