Cliff was born December 20, 1940 in Gillham Arkansas to Calvin and Mary Minor. He later moved to Abilene, TX and married Venita Caldwell on Decembery 4, 1973. Cliff spent his life long career working in the West Texas Oilfield. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Clifford Gerald Minor "Cliff" 75 of Abilene passed away Sunday September 11, 2016 at his home Cliff was preceded in death by his father Calvin Minor, Mother Mary Odem, stepfather Wallace Odem, John and Susie Krawczykowski (in-laws). Brothers: Charles, Harold, Dwight, Sisters: Pauline and Christine. Left to cherish his memories are his wife Venita, son Calvin Minor, Daughters Gayla Mallard, LaDonna and husband John Lenamon, Sephrina Minor and Lori Minor all of Abilene. He also had Nine Grandchildren, seven great-grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Cliff was loved by all who knew him and will be missed by many. Cremation services entrusted to Dove Funeral Home. Online condolences may be made at www.dovefuneralhome.net.