Cliff was a former Black Watch soldier who re-mustered to the PT Cadre in 1961 while serving in Gagetown. He served 29 loyal and productive years at Gagetown; Picton; APTS; Borden; RMC, CFB Kingston and also squeezed in a peacekeeping mission in Cyprus.

“Cliff was attached to the 2nd Bn Canadian Guards in Picton. He replaced me that summer of 63 when I was posted to the Citadelle with the Vandoos. Rest in peace my friend.”  Leo Boudreau 30 Aug 12

“I had always liked this guy!! Always sad to hear but c'est la vie!! (how ironic!!)” Louise Maziarski 31 Aug 12

“Cliff was and will always be remembered as a gentle giant in our trade and the military.  I am so sad at his passing; things seem to happen in threes and with the passing of Our Boxer and now Cliff, and one begins to wonder who the third will be.  What a prince of a fellow.  Such is life as stated.  It actually breaks your heart.  Regardless of who were are and what we became we all had a job to do and Cliff did just that. Blessing in heaven mon ami.”   Dale and Barb Dirks 31 Aug 12

“Cliff was a great guy. I always liked him.” Jack McBride 31 Aug 12

“I had the privilege of serving in several capacities with Cliff and treasured his friendship. We had a nice visit with him in Wasaga Beach last June (2011) while we were at the Kingston reunion.” Ken MacDonald 31 Aug 12

“Condolence to his family.  Cliff & I were In Gagetown at the same time in the 60ies. Rest in Peace Bro.” Mel McGraw 31 Aug 12

“My sincere sympathy to the Vandale family. I knew and admired Cliff. We were course-mates on a number of courses. You will be missed, Brother, by everyone who knew you.”  Ed Sullivan 31 Aug 12