Clifford "Cliff" Mulso

of Philip, South Dakota, died on Monday, March 28, 2016
at the Hans P. Peterson Memorial Hospital in Philip at the age of 91

Clifford “Cliff” Mulso was born on September 6, 1924, in Witten, South Dakota, to Henry and Mary (Eisenbraun) Mulso. He grew up and attended school in the Witten area.

Cliff served two years in the Army/Air Corp. during World War II.

Cliff was united in marriage to Fern Waltoff on April 12, 1946, in Butte, Nebraska; and to this union were born three children.

Cliff served as a law enforcement officer for eight years as a patrol officer and six years as chief of police in Winner, South Dakota. After retiring in South Dakota, the sheriff’s department in Colorado Springs, Colorado became home to his law enforcement experience and lasted for the next fourteen years.

He was a lifetime member of the VFW American Legion and National Rifle Association North American Hunting Club. Cliff had a very lively attitude about him that drew people to him. Just to know him brightened many people’s lives.

Survivors include one son Roger Mulso and his wife Cindy of Slayton, Minnesota; one daughter Tami Hays of Philip; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; a daughter-in-law Phyllis Mulso of Penrose, Colorado; and a host of other relatives and friends.

Cliff was preceded in death by his wife Fern Mulso; a son Dennis "Skip" Mulso; a great-grandson Bralyn Mulso; his twin sister Dorothy Williams; and a brother Robert "Bill" Mulso.

Visitation will be held one hour preceding the services at the church.

Funeral services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, April 1, at Our Redeemer Lutheran Church in Philip, with Pastor Ray Greenseth officiating.

Interment with military honors will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, April 1, at the Black Hills National Cemetery near Sturgis.

Service Details

FUNERAL SERVICES
Friday, April 1, 2016 - 10:00 a.m.
Our Redeemer Lutheran Church
Philip, South Dakota
CLERGY
Pastor Ray Greenseth
MUSIC
“In The Garden”
“Morning Has Broken”
“I Know That My Redeemer Lives”
“Love Lifted Me”
“You Are My Sunshine”
PALLBEARERS
Roger Mulso - Brandon Clifton
Brian Weber - Jason Mulso
Josh Mulso - Mark Clifton - Lance Mulso
HONORARY PALLBEARERS
All Relatives and Friends in Attendance
INTERMENT WITH MILITARY HONORS
Friday, April 1, 2015 - 2:00 p.m.
Black Hills National Cemetery
Sturgis, South Dakota

Guest Book

Cliff moved into the Elbon Community many years ago and was a very kind person, visiting his wife daily at the nursing home until she passed away, then visiting others around the community. He was always happy to see a person and have a visit. Thankful for his service. May your memories bring happy thoughts and ease the loss.
   ~ Bill and Marsha Sumpter Kadoka (3/30/2016)
Peggy: I am so sorry for your loss my friend as well as all of Cliff's family members.Just wish you didn't have to find out about his death the way you did...
   ~ Beth.Bailey South Dakota (4/1/2016)
THANKS FOR SERVING
   ~ A VETERAN (3/29/2016)
I had the pleasure of helping Cliff with real estate transactions. A most enjoyable event due to his humor, kindness, gentleman habits, a true good man. He did love the USA & his family. He was an exceptional role model. He will be missed. May you find comfort knowing he touched others' lives in a positive manner. God bless him & his family.
   ~ Joyce Williamson Rapid City, Sd (3/30/2016)
I served with Cliff on the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. I loved this guy.
   ~ richard stull COLORADO SPRINGS (7/17/2024)
May the loving God of the Holy Bible give you comfort at this difficult time from John 5:28,29.
   ~ M.H. Toledo, Ohio (3/31/2016)

Flowers

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Harvey & Brenda Bierema & Family and Lonnie Hollenbeck