Cliff was born in Searsmont on July 5, 1951, to Louise Mabel Smith and Norman Clyde Fuller. Cliff was a lifelong Mainer who was a hardworking, strong-willed man who lived his life on his own terms.

In 2004, Cliff married the love of his life, Raelene Ava Fuller of Searsmont, and together they built a life filled with love, family, hard work, and countless memories. Their marriage was a testament to the devotion and love they shared.

Cliff spent nearly 33 years working for Irving Oil Company as a truck driver. He also worked in the woods, always taking pride in working hard and providing for his family. When he wasn’t working, Cliff could most often be found outdoors. He loved hunting, fishing, being active, and taking care of his animals while spending time outside with his family.

Above all else, Cliff was a family man. He was a man who took no bullshit and gave none either. He was strong, stubborn, honest, and never afraid to tell you exactly what he thought. But behind that tough exterior was one of the most loving and devoted husbands, fathers, and grandfathers a family could ask for. Those who knew him best knew just how big his heart truly was.

Cliff is survived by his beloved wife, Raelene Ava Fuller; his son, Eric Fuller of Bowdoinham; his daughters, Jess Walker and her husband David Walker of Belmont, Nicole Knight of Searsmont, and Ashley Ladd of Belfast.

He leaves behind his grandchildren, Kailin, Olive, Cheyenne, Dakota, Shane, Kailey, Alanah, Brooklyn, Drake, Blaze, Patience, and Xander, as well as his great-grandchildren, Poppy and Shane, who will carry his memory with them always. Cliff shared a particularly special bond with his granddaughter Brooklyn. Their relationship was something truly special, and she held a place in his heart that went far beyond the title of granddaughter. In many ways, she was more like a daughter to him.

Cliff is also survived by his siblings Norman Fuller and his wife Judy, and Barbara Curtis and her husband Linwood Curtis. He was predeceased by his mother, father, and two sisters, Carol and Gayle.

Cliff will be remembered for his strength, his hard work, his love of the outdoors, his honesty, his stubborn spirit, and most of all, the unwavering love he had for his family. He may have been a tough man on the outside, but those lucky enough to truly know him knew the tenderness and love he carried inside.

His absence will leave an emptiness that cannot be filled, but his stories, his lessons, his laughter, and the love he gave his family will live on for generations to come.

In keeping with Cliff’s wishes, there will be no traditional funeral service. Instead, his family will be honoring his life with a celebration of life, where family and friends can come together to share memories, stories, and celebrate the man he was. It will be held at Waldo County Shrine Club on October 24, 2026, 1 p.m.- 4 p.m. Come join us for his celebration of life.

Rest easy, Cliff. You were deeply loved, and you will be deeply missed. 

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