Martha D. Clifford

Martha “Marti” Diane Clifford of Phoenix passed away peacefully June 24, 2025. Marti was born September 15, 1940 in Mobile, Alabama to Edmond and Verna Jane` and was the eldest daughter of nine children. Marti was married to Darrell Walton in 1959 and had 4 children Kelley, Debbie, Jeffrey and Krissy. In 1981, she met and married Bud Clifford and became stepmother to his 4 children. The large, blended family enjoyed many gatherings over the 43 years they were married until Bud’s death in July of 2024.

Marti graduated from St. Mary’s High School in Phoenix, was an avid golfer, interior designer, collector and devoted wife and mother. She and her husband were active members of Paradise Valley & White Mountain Country Clubs. She is survived by her 4 children, 4 stepchildren, 7 of her siblings, 16 grandchildren and 10 great grandchildren. Marti will be missed for her love and the giving spirit she always showered upon her many friends and family.

Marti’s family would like to extend their heartfelt love and gratitude to the many caregivers who provided compassionate care to her during her last months. Special thanks to the staff at Manor Village Memory Care facility for the excellent care Marti received over the last 2 years.

Services will be held at 11am on Friday, July 11th at Whitney & Murphy Funeral Home, 4800 E. Indian School Road, Phx, AZ 85018. Following services will be a Celebration of Life gathering to be held at the Arizona Country Club, 5668 E. Orange Blossom Ln, Phoenix, AZ 85018.