Clifford Dale Patton, 81, of Bedford, passed away Thursday, January 13, 2022, at his residence. He was born December 15, 1940, in Lawrence County, to Enoch and Gertie (New) Patton. He married Karen Sue Bailey on January 25, 1961, and she survives. Clifford was a Needmore High School graduate and of the Baptist faith. He was a Journeyman and retired from Navistar. Surviving Clifford are his wife; children, Karlita Sue (Tim Grider) Patton and Tim Patton; four grandchildren; two great grandchildren; four brothers, Don, George, Ronnie and Keith Patton; and several nieces and nephews. Preceding Clifford in death were his parents; siblings, Sam, Mildred, Virginia, James, Kenneth and Linda. A private, family burial will be held at Mundell Cemetery with Pastor Stephen Carter officiating. The Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes in Bedford has been entrusted with Cliffords care. Online condolences to the family may be sent to www.FergusonLee.com. Private Family Services Saturday, January 15, 2022 Mundell Christian Church Cemetery Heltonville INUS Funeral Home Ferguson-Lee Chapel of Thorne-George Family Funeral Homes 818 18th St Bedford IN - 47421 US (812) 275-4433