James "Clifford" Rylee, age 70, of Harrison, Arkansas, passed away Friday, December 17, 2021 at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center.

He was born on November 26, 1951 in Shiloh, Arkansas.  He was the son of Sherman and Leta (Watson) Rylee. Clifford was a lifelong resident of Newton and Boone Counties and a member of Restoration Life Fellowship in Batavia.

He graduated from Deer High School in 1972 and had worked at Claridge Products for 22 years.   He loved God and reading his bible.  Clifford enjoyed life.  He also enjoyed woodworking crafts, playing games and being with his family.

He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Coy Rylee and a sister-in-law, Goldie Rylee.

Clifford is survived by his wife of 48 years, Jackie Rylee; three children, Christall Rylee, Amanda Rylee and James Rylee; a sister, Wanda Schiffman and husband Glenn and their son, Wesley (Jennifer) Steele; a brother, Ray Rylee; nephew, Randy Dotson and wife Linda and their children and a host of extended relatives and friends.

Graveside service will be at 10 AM, Monday, December 20, 2021 at Shiloh Cemetery with Rev. Ricky Stone officiating.  There will be no visitation.

Arrangements under the direction of Coffman Funeral Home of Harrison. On-line condolences can be left at www.coffmanfh.com .