Thomas Clifford Babbitt, 76, of De Leon, passed away August 30, 2018, with his loving family by his side. He was born August 1, 1942, in Hamilton, Texas to Jim Babbitt and Emmie Bell Donohue Babbitt. Clifford married Charlene Kinsey August 21, 1965, in Evant, Texas.

Clifford lived in De Leon for over fifty years. He owned Cliff's Paint and Body in De Leon for many years and also worked for Bayer Motor Company for nearly fifteen years. Clifford enjoyed many hobbies but his favorite included racing and working on cars. He was a volunteer firefighter for De Leon Volunteer Fire Department for many years and enjoyed the lasting friendships he made while serving De Leon and surrounding communities. Clifford was a devoted husband, loving father and grandfather, and a true friend. He will be deeply missed by his family and many friends.

He is survived by his loving wife of fifty-three years, Charlene Babbitt; sons, Timmy Babbitt and spouse, Linda, Brian Babbitt and partner, Renato, and Brent Babbitt and spouse, Lilia; daughter, Renee Gibby and husband, Timmy; grandchildren, Brittney Preston and spouse, Parker, Chad Gibby and spouse, Brandi, Tiffany Gibby, Gaven Babbitt, and Alex Babbitt; great-grandchildren, Berkleigh, Beckham, Asher and Kayson; sisters, Imogene Pope, Dorothy Livingston, Cora Lee Marwitz; numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family.

Clifford was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Emmie Babbitt; sister, Lora Martin; and brothers, William Babbitt and J.H. Babbitt.

Graveside funeral services were held Sunday, September 2, 2018, at 2:00 p.m. in De Leon Cemetery with Brother Kenneth Wilson officiating.

If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the De Leon Volunteer Fire Department in honor of Clifford.