Ronald "Paul" Cluff

Ronald "Paul" Cluff

July 19, 1941 – November 5, 2026

Ronald "Paul" Cluff, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, great grandfather, and skilled craftsman, passed away November 5th, 2026. Born in Phoenix to Vere and Thora Cluff, Paul was raised in Scottsdale alongside his three brothers Carling, Dewey and Malon. Throughout his childhood, Paul learned the value of a day's labor early on working on the family dairy. At age 18, he began a lifelong career as a lineman for the telephone company.

It was during his youth that he was cast in a local play opposite Rochelle Martin. In a legendary twist, Paul proposed to her onstage during the final performance, leading to a beautiful marriage of nearly 55 years. Together, they built a home in Gilbert, Arizona, that became the heart of their family.

Paul was a true artisan who could transform raw materials into art. He worked with turquoise, leather, multiple painting mediums and was a self-taught hot rod builder. His passion for cars led him to help co-found the Arizona Street Rod Association in 1975, sparking friendships that lasted a lifetime.

To Paul, there were no strangers—only friends he hadn't met yet. He lived for face-to-face connection, whether talking shop in the garage or making his famous daily social rounds at the local Bashas’ grocery store.

Paul’s memory lives on through his children: Candace "Candy" Sappington (Ray), Cheri Sorensen, and Jeremiah Cluff (Jayne); his grandchildren, Parker (Savannah), Morgan, Cambria, Addison, Weston, Brynlee, and Ellie; and his two great-grandchildren Graham and Renee.

He reminded us all to slow down, work with our hands, cherish our families, and always take the time to talk to one another.

Funeral services will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, located at 234 North Greenfield Road, Gilbert, AZ 85234. Visitation and viewing will begin at 9:00 a.m.in the Relief Society room, followed by funeral services at 10:00 a.m. The graveside dedication will take place following the service at Greenwood Memory Lawn Cemetery, 2300 W. Van Buren St., Phoenix, AZ 85009.

Arrangements by Bunker’s Garden Chapel, www.bunkerfuneral.com. Should this obituary appear anywhere but bunkerfuneral.com, please check our website for accurate details and service information.