Ralph Melvin Clifford 87 passed away on November 21, 2010 in Mesa, Arizona. Mr. Clifford was born in Maywood, Illinois and worked 35 years as regional general supervisor for General Motors parts division and served in the U.S. Army from 1943 to 1946. Preceded in death by his parents William J. and Grace Clifford, he is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dorothy (Kmet) Clifford. Mountain View Funeral Home 7900 E. Main St. Mesa, AZ handled arrangements. A private interment will take place at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona 23029 North Cave Creek Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85024.