CLIFTON LEROY WINSTON GOODRIDGE
December 13, 1924 - February 21, 2025
Funeral Details: A private memorial will be held at a later date.
Clifton Leroy Winston Goodridge, December 13, 1924 - February 21, 2025 in his 101st year, resided in Barrie, Ontario.
Clifton was born on the island of Barbados to Derry Ina and Harry Delaney Goodridge. He grew up there with three brothers - Lionel (deceased), Ted (deceased), and Albert (who lives in Australia with his wife Pam).
Clifton attended Combermere School in Bridgetown. He met Pauline, his future wife, during this time as she attended Queen’s College which was right next door to Combermere. It was love at first sight and they spent many enjoyable hours swimming in the beautiful Caribbean Sea, bike rides and many walks in Queen’s Park.
After completing his schooling, he worked at an auto shop called McInerney’s while Pauline worked in the office at the Cotton Factory. They saved their money with a goal of marrying and moving to Canada, which they did in 1947.
They settled in Toronto and in 1951 had their first child, a daughter, Sandra. It was time for them to buy a home for their growing family and they did so in Scarborough. Clifton worked at Toronto Motor Car while Pauline worked at Eaton’s. Over time their family grew by three sons - Gary, Ronald and Roger. It was quite a happy family. In 1960 Clifton started working at Air Canada and this job not only allowed the family to travel the world together, but most importantly, allowed them to go back home to Barbados to visit their respective families. Clifton and Pauline had beautiful memories of Barbados, and they always encouraged their children and grandchildren to join them on vacations when they went. And everyone did join them over the many years. He was a pleasure to be around with his kindness, quick wit and great sense of humour, always bringing a smile to everyone. He was a very special man.
Clifton was sadly predeceased by Pauline in 2008.
Since his childhood, Clifton was a very spiritual person and in 1979, in his adult years, was baptized as one of Jehovah’s Witnesses. He enjoyed sharing his beliefs regularly with those who wanted to hear about God’s promises in the Bible for mankind, which included everlasting life and the hope of the resurrection.
“And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away.” Revelation 21:4
He is survived by his daughter, Sandra (Nick, deceased), son Gary (Rose), son Ronald (Karen), son Roger (Loraine). He was a beloved grandfather to nine grandchildren - Jennifer (Lee), Clint (Megan), Jake (Chelesta), Luke, Julia (Jeremy), Andrea, Josh (Amy), Simone (Troy), Nicholle (Raul). He was a great-grandfather to 19 at last count!
Clifton’s kindhearted nature, sense of humor, strong faith, and loving manner will be greatly missed.
Paul and Lynn Lawn
Posted on: Monday, February 24, 2025Cliff was always such a pleasure to be around – such a humorous nature and a joy for life. His positive outlook is an example for us all. He will be missed!
Sue Grantis
Posted on: Monday, February 24, 2025The entire Grantis family extend our sincere sympathies learning of the passing of your father Sandy! Your Dad surely knew how deeply loved he was with your daily visits in recent years.
May the reminder of beautiful memories together carry you through this difficult time.
Jennifer hudson
Posted on: Monday, February 24, 2025I am so sorry sandy and family for your loss. Sending my deepest condolences to you all! Look forward to meeting your dad in the new system. He sounded like a wonderful and fun man!
Hugs! 💗
Wayne and Julia Curry
Posted on: Monday, February 24, 2025Our first impression of Clifton , is, he was a perfect gentleman and was deeply loved by all those that knew him. Clifton had the very best sense of humor ,he loved and knew every song that singer Al Jolson ever sang word for word and Clifton even sang them just as well as Al sang them . Clifton could have us on the edge of our seats laughing hysterically by reciting old jokes, he always told us that he had a million of them up his sleeve. I particularly loved the story about the shoe store ,where Clifton walked in and sat down on his one foot, making it look like he had only one leg. The poor unsuspecting sales person came over with the new shoe for the appropriate foot ,but while he was away ,Clifton changed legs , the poor salesperson looked as though the wrong shoe was brought out. It wasn’t until the salespeson came out with the other shoe that Clifton addmitted what he had done ! Sometimes he changed legs a couple of times before informing the salesperson. The quickest wit ever and he will be missed and loved by everyone who knew him. One day ,we’ll all meet once again somewhere in that beautiful peaceful garden ! Julia and Wayne Curry Monday evening
Nelly Zilberberg
Posted on: Monday, February 24, 2025Dear Sandy, jenn and family.
I’m so sorry for your loss. It’s incredible to have had him in your lives for over a century, sharing his wisdom and humor along the way.
May his memory bring comfort to all who knew and loved him.
Love,
Nelly
Danny Goodridge
Posted on: Tuesday, February 25, 2025Always good memories of Uncle Clifton! His catch phrase “SOLID” will always be with me. I worked with him at Air Canada with my dad Ted, and Gary and Roger. Say Hi to Dad for me uncle Cliff
Paul & Louise Kirkup
Posted on: Tuesday, February 25, 2025Our family is very sorry for your loss Ron, Karen & Family. If he was anything like his children and grandchildren he was a very special person.
We look forward to a time when he will be resurrected and join his dear family once again.
Until then, may Jehovah’s spirit be of comfort to you all.
Much Love,
Paul, Louise & Jodi
Sam & Nancy Connell
Posted on: Tuesday, February 25, 2025We are sending our deepest condolences to you and your family.
Big hugs
Sam & Nancy
Larry Goodman
Posted on: Tuesday, February 25, 2025Our family used to go over to my Uncle Clifton and Aunt Pauline’s house on a regular basis in the 60’s and early 70’s and always had a blast.
With Uncle Clifton there was never a dull moment, he was always telling a scary story or doing the disappearing coin trick.
I always had good memories of fun times going to their house.
Isabel & Leon Taylor
Posted on: Wednesday, February 26, 2025Dear Sandy, Ron, Karen, Jennifer and family. We are sending our deepest condolences to all of you. It was great to meet your dad. He was a very friendly, loving, humble and caring person. He lived a good life in a whole century. He is being remembered for his good sense of humor and great memory. I am looking forward to seeing Cliffton again in the new system and for him to meet my dad. I lost my dad three months ago at his 99 years of age. They will have lots of things to talk and to share about that century and generación they lived as well as the promises of Jehovah. We have a beautiful paradise coming through soon, we just can’t wait for the many beautiful promises from our loving Father Jehovah that are awaiting us. This resurrection and paradise is around the corner!
Julia Raymond
Posted on: Friday, February 28, 2025Grandad was a very charismatic and charming man. He would always try to put a smile on everyone’s face . Whether it was tap dancing, performing tricks to anyone he met, telling jokes that always ended with his famous line ‘I’ve got a million’!! He genuinely loved making people happy. He was a kind, gentle, humble, playful, funny, spiritual and lovable man.
Grandad at 100 years old may have been weak, but his heart and mind were strong with spiritual things.
Grandad lost his eyesight many years ago and then the ability to walk after contracting Covid. He never once complained in his advanced age. He was mild tempered , easy going, a pleasure to be around. Always had a warm smile and a joke for you.
I am very fortunate to have had him in my life so long and to have spent so much time with him. I will always cherish the stories, the lessons and the laughs we shared.
The best gift he left to me, was my Dad. He raised a boy to become the best Father and a good man. Thank you Grandad.
Grandad, you may always have ‘had a million jokes’…but you were one in a Zillion!!
Marilyn Ruth Brophy
Posted on: Saturday, March 8, 2025My heart goes out to you and your family as you say goodbye to your beloved Dad. What an incredible life he lived—100 years of kindness, humor, and unwavering love for those around him.
I feel truly grateful to have known Cliff over the years. Whether it was sharing a few laughs during phone calls, enjoying a game of cribbage, or simply hearing his warm hellos, he always left an impression with his jolly laugh and caring nature. His deep faith, his love for his family, and his ability to make others feel valued were a testament to the wonderful person he was.
I hope you find comfort in the beautiful life of memories you shared. He was a gift to all who knew him, and I will always remember him with fondness. Please know that Mike and I are holding you close in our thoughts and prayers.
With love and deepest sympathy.