Clifford L. Lilyquist, Sr., age 87, of Sheboygan, died on Tuesday November 20, 2018 at St. Nicholas Hospital. He was born in Sheboygan on December 3rd, 1930, the son of the late Ingvald and Estella Swanson Lilyquist.
On September 5, 1949, he was united in marriage to Julianne Hertensteiner in Sheboygan. Julianne and Clifford raised their family of 4 boys in Sheboygan. He was employed at different companies in the area including several years at Diecast Div., of Tecumseh Products in Sheboygan Falls. Julianne and Clifford later owned and operated the Hwy 51 Motel and a bait shop in Hancock, WI for over twenty years. They returned to Sheboygan in the late 1990’s. Clifford was a dedicated caregiver to Julianne for many years until her passing earlier this year.
Survivors include three sons, Mark (Margie) Lilyquist, of Sheboygan Falls, Clifford Lilyquist Jr., of Sheboygan, Gary (Marge) Lilyquist, of New Holstein; a daughter-in-law, Cindy Lilyquist, of Sheboygan Falls; eight grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren. He is further survived by his brother Paul(Mary Jo), sister Ruth Green, all in Fond du Lac, and sister-in- laws, Catherine and Betty Lilyquist, along with other relatives and friends. Clifford was preceded in death by his wife, parents, parents-in-law, a son, Michael Lilyquist and a daughter-in-law, Marie Lilyquist and 6 brothers and 2 sisters.
In accordance to Clifford’s wishes a private family service was held. The family would like to thank the staff of St. Nicholas Hospital and Hospice for their help. The Reinbold-Novak Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at
www.reinboldfh.com
